Testing for Dyslexia Now Online
Dyslexia is a neurological condition that keeps the signals sent by the eyes from being clearly interpreted by the brain. The result is that dyslexic people (dyslexics) see things differently. Dyslexics must have special training to be able to interpret what they see in the same ways as non-dyslexics would.
The first sign of dyslexia is often difficulty in reading. In reading you need to see the letters clearly and then interpret these letters into words and the words into sounds things or actions. Various types of dyslexia can complicate this process of perception and translation
The word “dyslexia” consists of “dys” - not working, as in “dysfunctional” and “lexia” - as in “lexicon” a dictionary of words or terms. This origin comes from the often observed problem that those with dyslexia have with reading.
About 10% of the general population has some sort of dyslexia, in some degree.
There are symptoms of dyslexia that one can look for, such as difficulty with reading for understanding, or with reading aloud. In the final analysis there is only one way to detect/prove the presence of dyslexia and measure its severity.
And that is through dyslexia testing.
In the last year, in a new development, an excellent accredited dyslexia test has become available online.
This means that there is now an accurate and economical dyslexic test that you can take in the privacy of your home or office (anywhere you have an Internet connection) at any time.
The entire test takes a little over half an hour. Also, it’s very economical; costs less than a visit to your Doctor!
Might you be dyslexic? Do you know someone that might be? There are millions of adult dyslexics who are unaware that learning disabilities dyslexia is their problem. A quick test could be their first step in overcoming dyslexia.
Disclaimer: This posting is based on information freely available in the popular press and medical journals that deal with dyslexia. Nothing herein is intended to be or should be construed to be medical advice. For medical advice the reader should consult with his or her physician or other medical specialist.
By- John R. Jones
