DYSLEXIA NURUL FAHARIN BT CHE RUSLAN NUTRITION 3
What is dyslexia? Dyslexia is a learning disability that can hinder a person's ability to read, write, spell, and sometimes speak Often characterized by difficulties with accurate word recognition, decoding and spelling. May cause problems with reading comprehension and slow down vocabulary growth.
What are the symptoms? A late talker Pronunciation problems Difficulty rhyming words Impaired ability to learn basics such as the alphabet, colors, and numbers Problems with handwriting and other fine motor skills Confusing letters such as "b" and "d" or the orders of letters within words Trouble learning the connection between letters and their sounds
Most people think dyslexia is a condition that involves reading from right to left and reversing words and letters. Some people with dyslexia may have these problems, however, they are NOT the most common or most important characteristics of dyslexia.
What causes dyslexia? It is caused by an impairment in the brain's ability to translate images received from the eyes or ears into understandable language. Researchers suggest that a phonological deficit is the root cause of dyslexia. Evidence from brain imaging found that people with dyslexia do not activate the left hemisphere (the language side) in the brain as much when reading as non-dyslexic readers, and that there is less engagement of the areas of the brain which match letters with sounds.
How dyslexia can be treated? DYSLEXIA IS NOT A DISEASE. Management of dyslexia consists of using educational tools to enhance the ability to read. There are well targeted interventions that can help children and adults improve their reading and writing skills. Dyslexia is a lifelong condition. Even though early treatment during childhood can help, children with dyslexia will likely always have to make an extra effort to read. Dyslexia can be managed with special instruction and support.
Strategies to help to make progress with dyslexia. Expose to early oral reading, writing, and drawing Practice to encourage development of print knowledge, basic letter formation, recognition skills and linguistic awareness (the relationship between sound and meaning). Practice in reading different kinds of texts. E.g. books, magazines, ads and comics.
Strategies to help to make progress with dyslexia. Include multi-sensory, structured language instruction. Practice using sight, sound and touch when introducing new ideas. Use books on tape and assistive technology. Examples are screen readers and voice recognition computer software. Know how to handle the emotional issues that may arise from struggling to overcome academic difficulties.
Conclusion Typically children with dyslexia are very bright, although reading will probably continue to be a challenge throughout life. The earlier dyslexia is recognized and addressed, the greater the chance that these children will learn to read at their highest possible level. Encouragement and motivation plays prominent role for treatment of dyslexia. Although extra effort and dedication are required, often children with dyslexia are able to contend with this disability and succeed in academics and other areas.