Dyslexia is a <\/span>learning disability<\/span><\/a> that affects a person\u2019s ability to read, spell, and process written language despite conventional instruction, adequate intelligence, and proper motivation. It is one of the most common learning disabilities, affecting about 1 in 10 children.<\/span><\/p>\n Reading is a complex process that involves visual processing, sound recognition, memory, and comprehension. For children with dyslexia, one or more of these processes works differently. It does not mean the child is lazy or not trying hard enough. Instead, their brain processes language in a different way.<\/span><\/p>\n It’s important to understand that not all difficulties with reading are due to dyslexia. Some children may simply need more time to develop reading readiness skills. This includes:<\/span><\/p>\n Every child develops at their own pace. A delay in reading alone is not enough to diagnose dyslexia. Dyslexia is typically marked by a pattern of persistent difficulties, even with good teaching and support.<\/span><\/p>\n While signs can vary, here are some common indicators to look out for:<\/span><\/p>\n Dyslexia is not a one-size-fits-all condition. There are different types that affect children in different ways:<\/span><\/p>\n Knowing the type of dyslexia a child experiences can help tailor support strategies effectively.<\/span><\/p>\n Dyslexia is diagnosed through a comprehensive evaluation that looks at how a child processes language, rather than just whether they can read or write well. The goal of the diagnosis is not to label the child but to better understand their learning profile and provide the right support.<\/span><\/p>\n A formal diagnosis is usually made by a:<\/span><\/p>\n These professionals use standardized tools and observation to understand how the child thinks, learns, and responds to different types of instruction.<\/span><\/p>\n A dyslexia assessment may include:<\/span><\/p>\n This process is supportive and strengths-based. It\u2019s not about finding what\u2019s \u201cwrong,\u201d but discovering how the child learns best.<\/span><\/p>\n If your child has had access to good teaching and regular reading practice but still shows persistent difficulties in reading, spelling, or written work, despite their efforts, it may be helpful to explore an evaluation. Early identification means early support, which can make a big difference in a child\u2019s learning journey.<\/span><\/p>\n As you explore signs of<\/span> learning disabilities<\/span><\/a>, remember that each child is different. No child will show all symptoms, and some signs may overlap with other learning differences. Dyslexia can exist alongside ADHD, dysgraphia, or even giftedness.<\/span><\/p>\n Take time to observe your child across different settings and tasks. If multiple signs persist over time and impact your child’s learning, it may be worth getting a professional opinion.<\/span><\/p>\n Take a moment to also explore and learn about:<\/span><\/p>\n If you have questions about <\/span>Autism<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>Down Syndrome<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>ADHD<\/span><\/a>, or other <\/span>intellectual or developmental disabilities<\/span><\/a>, or have concerns about developmental delays in a child, the Nayi Disha team is here to help.<\/span><\/p>\n Call\/WhatsApp us at 844-844-8996<\/b><\/p>\n Our counselors speak English, Hindi, Malayalam, Gujarati, Marathi, Telugu, and Bengali.<\/span><\/p>\n This guide is for information purposes only. Please consult a qualified health practitioner for proper guidance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Difficulty with learning to read or spell despite conventional instructions and adequate intelligence is called <\/span>\u0921\u093f\u0938\u094d\u0932\u0947\u0915\u094d\u0938\u093f\u092f\u093e<\/span>. <\/span><\/p>","protected":false},"author":26462,"featured_media":169551,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3227],"tags":[2443,1048],"conditions":[2695,2704],"age_group":[2739,2738,2737],"article_group":[2766],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/newtest.nayi-disha.org\/hi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/156669"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/newtest.nayi-disha.org\/hi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/newtest.nayi-disha.org\/hi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/newtest.nayi-disha.org\/hi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/26462"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/newtest.nayi-disha.org\/hi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=156669"}],"version-history":[{"count":11,"href":"https:\/\/newtest.nayi-disha.org\/hi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/156669\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":298269,"href":"https:\/\/newtest.nayi-disha.org\/hi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/156669\/revisions\/298269"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/newtest.nayi-disha.org\/hi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/169551"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/newtest.nayi-disha.org\/hi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=156669"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/newtest.nayi-disha.org\/hi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=156669"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/newtest.nayi-disha.org\/hi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=156669"},{"taxonomy":"conditions","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/newtest.nayi-disha.org\/hi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/conditions?post=156669"},{"taxonomy":"age_group","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/newtest.nayi-disha.org\/hi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/age_group?post=156669"},{"taxonomy":"article_group","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/newtest.nayi-disha.org\/hi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/article_group?post=156669"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}Reading readiness vs Dyslexia<\/b><\/h2>\n
\n
Signs of Dyslexia<\/b><\/h2>\n
In preschool:<\/b><\/h3>\n
\n
In primary school:<\/b><\/h3>\n
\n
In older children:<\/b><\/h3>\n
\n
Types of Dyslexia<\/b><\/h3>\n
\n
How is Dyslexia Diagnosed?<\/b><\/h2>\n
Who can assess dyslexia?<\/b><\/h3>\n
\n
What does the evaluation include?<\/b><\/h3>\n
\n
When should a diagnosis be considered?<\/b><\/h3>\n
Tips for parents to support children with Dyslexia<\/b><\/h2>\n
\n
Explore other learning disabilities<\/b><\/h3>\n
\n
Need help?<\/b><\/h2>\n
\u0905\u0938\u094d\u0935\u0940\u0915\u0930\u0923<\/b><\/h3>\n