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Types of Dyslexia

4/14/2015

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Different kinds of dyslexia would require different kinds of interventions. This suggests it is important we identify any varieties that might exist. As a first step, consider the diagram below that classifies reading disabilities into three groups. About 20% of people have a reading disability and they fall somewhere in the three blue circles depending on their deficits.

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There are three specific reading deficits:

  • Phonological Deficit
    Difficulty decoding or assembling words based on their sounds.

  • Speed/Naming Deficit
    Slow reading; poor use of sight words. A sight word is a word that is instantly recognized by the reader; is not sounded out, and requires almost no effort to understand. 

  • Comprehension Deficit
    Poor understanding of what was just read.

All varieties of dyslexia involve a significant phonological deficit, regardless of whether there is a comprehension or speed deficit. In practice, most dyslexics have at least two deficits.

To continue reading, click ... dyslexiareadingwell.com

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