What is Dyslexia Screening?

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May 032010
 

Dyslexia Screening Test

Dyslexia screening is a method used to see whether you may have dyslexia. A positive dyslexia screening test may not mean you have dyslexia, just that there is a possibility you could have.

The fact that you looking for a dyslexia screening test indicates that you think you have a reading problem, but probably wish for some sort of confirmation before you take the step of approaching a professional body for a more formal assessment.

A dyslexia screening test will ask you to perform certain tasks to investigate what your particular problem is. These may involve rhyming tasks such as being asked to say what word rhymes with ‘cat’ from ‘fit’, ‘mat’ or ‘bar’ for example. You may be asked to spell spoken words and it may also surprise you by having number tasks as well, as this is often found alongside reading problems.

The word ‘dyslexia’ tends to be used to encompass all the different types of reading problems. But within the term, you must understand that there are different types of reading problems. These problems will show different symptoms in how you read.

Broadly speaking, it is possible you have more problems with words that do not follow the traditional spelling-to-sound rules, such as ‘steak’, but you can read made-up words such as ‘shulz’. Conversely, you may be fine with words such as ‘steak’, but are unable to process the made-up words. The reason for this discrepancy is widely debated within the academic world on various grounds, as are the different theories of how we read. A basic guide to reading theories will be the subject of another article as this may help people understand the deficit better.

It gets more complicated for adults as, having grown up with a reading deficit; they may have learnt to compensate for it in other ways.

Thankfully, dyslexia screening tests can be found online and will offer you useful advice. However, it is important to remember that should the test indicate possible dyslexia, an individual assessment will be far more specific. Whoever the professional is who tests you, they will also be able to suggest tasks that may help you cope better.

Taking an online dyslexia screening test is a good way to avoid feeling embarrassed before you need to! However, you should not feel that way, as the professionals you deal with are well aware of your feelings, the years you have spent trying to avoid reading out loud in public, the other difficulties you have had as well as the courage it takes to try and help yourself.

Be smart, and get those questions answered that have plagued you for years today. There are very few online tests of this nature, but our recommendation is ….. HERE and is endorsed by the British Dyslexia Institute. Take a look and decide for yourself and find out in the peace and seclusion of your own home.

Surprising Symptoms of Dyslexia

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Mar 142010
 

Most people know that dyslexia mainly involves a difficulty with reading the printed word. This may involve such things as visual disturbances when trying to read the letters/words or perhaps poor comprehension due to a short term memory problem among other things.

The list below is not exhaustive, nor will it apply to everyone. It will however give you some idea but if you are an adult, do try the online test for dyslexia or try some of the tactics that work for others HERE.

However, symptoms of dyslexia can involve a lot more, watch the video below for more information.

Because most children obviously are unable to read until around 7-years-old it is difficult to spot a problem before this age. However, there are a few pre-cursors such as a family history of reading problems.

A child will have good and bad days for no obvious reason and will show confusion with directional words such as up/down and trouble with sequence, such as the days of the week.

Prior to school, the jumbling of phrases or excessive word subsitutions will be more persistant than normal as will be the inability to remember the names of known objects such as ‘chair’. Quite an important sign of dyslexia is any difficulty in learning nursery rhymes that involve rhyming words (such as ‘cat’, ‘sat’, ‘mat’) and possibly, the late development of speech.

Excessive clumsiness such as persistantly bumping into things, difficulty in ball play or clapping in rhythm should also be watched for and can be a symptom of dyslexia.

Primary School Age

When a child is at school, you are very likely to find a difficulty with spelling as well as reading and that letters and figures will be the wrong way round or omitted. Tables and alphabet learning will be difficult. Concentration will be poor and you will observe poor comprehension of anything that has just been read. Written work will take longer and if teaching is at a rapid pace, they may find it more difficult to process speech.

Telling left from right may be a problem but may show greater skills in other areas. Low self-esteem will already be starting to show and should be dealt with sympathically.

Upper school or 11 and over.

In addition to the above,symptoms of dyslexia will reveal that reading remains inaccurate as does spelling as expectations language skill increases. Planning and producing essays will be below normal. Short-term memory may be shorter than normal and the child may show confusion over places, times and dates.  Areas of strength and weaknesses will be more pronounced by now when looking for signs of dyslexia.

If you are an adult who have been wondering about whether you could be dyslexic, try the dyslexia screening test available from this web site.

Most people know that dyslexia mainly involves a difficulty with reading the printed word. This may involve such things as visual disturbances when trying to read the letters/words or perhaps poor comprehension due to a short term memory problem among other things. The list below is not exhaustive, nor will it apply to everyone. It will however give you some idea but if you are an adult, do try the online test for dyslexia or try some of the tactics that work for others HERE. However, symptoms of dyslexia can involve a lot more, watch the video below for more information. Because most children obviously are unable to read until around 7-years-old it is difficult to spot a problem before this age. However, there are a few pre-cursors such as a family history of reading problems. A child will have good and bad days for no obvious reason and will show confusion with directional words such as up/down and trouble with sequence, such as the days of the week. Prior to school, the jumbling of phrases or excessive word subsitutions will be more persistant than normal as will be the inability to remember the names of known objects such as ‘chair’. Quite an important sign of dyslexia is any difficulty in learning nursery rhymes that involve rhyming words (such as ‘cat’, ‘sat’, ‘mat’) and possibly, the late development of speech. Excessive clumsiness such as persistantly bumping into things, difficulty in ball play or clapping in rhythm should also be watched for and can be a symptom of dyslexia. Primary School Age When a child is at school, you are very likely to find a difficulty with spelling as well as reading and that letters and figures will be the wrong way round or omitted. Tables and alphabet learning will be difficult. Concentration will be poor and you will observe poor comprehension of anything that has just been read. Written work will take longer and if teaching is at a rapid pace, they may find it more difficult to process speech. Telling left from right may be a problem but may show greater skills in other areas. Low self-esteem will already be starting to show and should be dealt with sympathically. Upper school or 11 and over. In addition to the above,symptoms of dyslexia will reveal that reading remains inaccurate as does spelling as expectations language skill increases. Planning and producing essays will be below normal. Short-term memory may be shorter than normal and the child may show confusion over places, times and dates.  Areas of strength and weaknesses will be more pronounced by now when looking for signs of dyslexia. If you are an adult who have been wondering about whether you could be dyslexic, try the dyslexia screening test available from this web site. " />

Online Adult Test for Dyslexia

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Mar 122010
 

Test For DyslexiaIf you are hesitant to find out about whether you have a reading problem for fear of feeling uncomfortable, then try the adult test for dyslexia on the left that is specifically designed for those over 16 years of age and based on sound scientific research.

The authors have spent years over its development and are very knowledgeable and up-to-date about dyslexia. In fact, I am personally aware of the primary author, Dr John Everatt, who is an expert in this field. Given the length of time and energy that has gone into the development of this test, I’m afraid it is not free. However, when compared to the cost of a private one-to-one assessment it is a great deal cheaper!

The test for dyslexia was developed over a period of several years from data collected from thousands of people. The results are claimed to be very accurate and you can complete the task online and get your results immediately based on your performance. No hanging around, no feeling uncomfortable doing tasks in front of someone else.

You will also benefit from several pages of results and advice on what to do next.

Although not free, you need to remember that the cost is a great deal less than any standard one-on-one assessment. Add to that, you won’t feel as embarrassed as you won’t be face-to-face with your assessor (although you should not feel this way), and you will see why this comprehensive online test for dyslexia is worth the money. Most of the freebies you can find online may give you a very basic idea, but can not go into enough depth to give you any real answers.

Similar tests are used for screening dyslexia in adults from many walks of life, including some prisons. This is because for whatever reason, a high percentage of people convicted of crime appear to have a reading deficit of some kind and testing has proved useful and beneficial in the long term.

If you would like to have a go at this test for dyslexia or just check it out, go and have a look by CLICKING HERE.

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