Dyslexic people find it particularly difficult to read, write and/or spell even though their abilities in other ways may be average or better.
They usually also have an unusual pattern of strengths and weaknesses in other areas.
Dyslexic people often feel as if their mind is 'differently wired' from other people.
The British Dyslexia Association currently defines Dyslexia in the following terms:
"Peruse ten different publications about dyslexia and you will come across ten different definitions. Here is the version which the BDA feel best describes dyslexia:
Dyslexia is a specific learning difficulty which mainly affects the development of literacy and language related skills.
It is likely to be present at birth and to be lifelong in its effects. It is characterised by difficulties with phonological processing, rapid naming, working memory, processing speed, and the automatic development of skills that may not match up to an individual’s other cognitive abilities.
It tends to be resistant to conventional teaching methods, but its effects can be mitigated by appropriately specific intervention, including the application of information technology and supportive counselling."