Understanding Dyslexia

Dyslexia is a learning disorder that can be explained by cognitive psychology and theories of memory. Evidence from fMRI scans show that the brain functions differently in a person with dyslexia, resulting in strengths and limitations. It affects the ability to develop effective reading skills due to difficulties with working memory, processing skills and phonological awareness. The view of dyslexia is moving away from a deficit model to one of difference in cognitive processes, supported by evidence from brain scans and other research. (With thanks to our sponsor 'Curriculum Press' for providing content for this podcast)