ABSTRACT

Written for dyslexic adults or anyone who thinks they might be dyslexic, this bold and imaginative book is deliberately concise and easy to dip into.

  • User-friendly, essential guide to the world of study and work for anyone with dyslexia;
  • Identifies the key needs of adults and young people who are dyslexic;
  • Encourages them to put together their own package of ideas and strategies for success;
  • Offers practical activities, examples and support covering reading, memory, organization, self-esteem, IT and dyslexia in the workplace;
  • Over 100 topics from this book are expanded on our online resource.

This unique guide to overcoming the day-to-day difficulties associated with dyslexia will also be of great interest to employers, colleagues, teachers, friends and family of those with dyslexia.

part |58 pages

Dyslexia and you

chapter 1|15 pages

Finding out about dyslexia and the brain

chapter 2|19 pages

Exploring your dyslexia

chapter 3|15 pages

How dyslexia affects you

chapter 4|7 pages

Support from those close to you

part |107 pages

Finding the best way for you

chapter 5|23 pages

Reading and the world of print

chapter 6|27 pages

Getting down what you want to say

chapter 7|13 pages

Getting done what you want to do

chapter 8|9 pages

Self-esteem and motivation

chapter 9|16 pages

Handling numbers

chapter 10|17 pages

Making memory work for you

part |40 pages

Resources for you

chapter 11|20 pages

Helping yourself with technology

chapter 12|18 pages

Looking wider