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Bidita Bhattacharya
Associate Professor &
Consultant
Clinical Psychology
Understanding Dyslexia
What is Dyslexia
• Early Indicators
• Late talking.
• Difficulty learning new words.
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• Problems recognizing letters and sounds.
School Age Signs
• Signs in School-Age Children
• Trouble with reading out loud.
• Avoiding reading assignments.
• Poor spelling and writing skills.
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• Signs in Teens and Adults
• Difficulty with reading
comprehension.
• Trouble with written assignments.
Teenage and • Avoiding activities that require
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Adult Signs reading.
• Emotional and Social Effects
• Frustration and anxiety.
• Low self-esteem.
• Social withdrawal.
Emotional
Impact Dr. Bidita Bhattacharya
Strengths of
Dyslexia
• Strengths of Dyslexia
• Creative thinking.
• Problem-solving skills.
Dr. Bidita Bhattacharya • Strong spatial
reasoning.
Causes of Dyslexia
• What Causes Dyslexia?
• Genetic factors.
• Differences in brain structure
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and function.
• Environmental factors.
The Brain and Dyslexia
Deficit
• Impacts reading fluency.
Double Deficit Dyslexia
• Finding Help
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• Dyslexia organizations and advocacy
groups.
• Educational resources and support
networks.
• Professional services and counseling.
Success Stories
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