What is Dyslexia?
Dyslexia is a term used to describe a disorder characterized by severe difficulties in the acquisition of reading, spelling, and writing skills. These difficulties may involve accuracy, speed, or both, and vary depending on the orthography of the language.
How common is it?
According to the European Dyslexia Association (EDA), the population
Approximately 9–12% have dyslexia, of which approximately 2–4% have severe dyslexia.
According to the International Dyslexia Association (IDA), the population
15–20% have symptoms of dyslexia, such as reading difficulties,
Spelling or writing difficulties.
In the United States, 35% of students with learning disabilities have a learning disability. 75-80% of these students have difficulty reading.
Signs and screening
Signs by age
Early signs may include difficulties in perceiving sounds, rhythms, and pronunciation.
At school age, slow reading, letter recognition, and
Confusion of sequence and significant differences between written and oral skills.
Screening and assessment
In Georgia, according to current practice, dyslexia screening and comprehensive assessment are typically conducted outside of the school environment.
The next stage of the assessment is crucial.
Multidisciplinary team work.
We believe that close cooperation between specialists and the integration of their recommendations into the school process is the main guarantee of student success.
A comprehensive assessment identifies individual needs, based on which further learning should be planned.
For parents
Modern research
Learn about the latest research and scientific findings regarding the learning process of people with dyslexia and effective support methods.
Dyslexia Guide
Learn all about dyslexia, from recognizing its signs to effective strategies that can help you in your daily life and studies.
Local support
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