
Join us as we talk with Drs. Fernette and Brock Eide about the often misunderstood and overlooked strengths of dyslexia, shedding light on how to identify and nurture these remarkable attributes. The Eides are founders of Dyslexic Advantage and leading figures in the field of dyslexia research and advocacy. With decades of experience, they have altered our understanding of dyslexia beyond its challenges and into the realm of its unique advantages. Discover how dyslexia isn’t just about difficulties with reading and writing, but how it shapes individuals’ cognitive profiles in distinctive ways. We discuss the amazing strengths that often accompany dyslexia — these different minds will be our creators, discoverers, explorers and more. To quote Dr. Fernette Eide, “something good is coming, or may already even be here!”
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Learn about CHC’s Evaluations
Resources:
The Many Strengths of Dyslexia
The Importance of Identifying the Strengths of Dyslexia
The Unappreciated Strengths of Dyslexia
How to Support Your Dyslexic Child
Celebrating the Strengths & Talents of Children with Dyslexia: An Educational Model
Make Dyslexia About Strengths, Not Shame
Dyslexia & the Brain: What does Current Research Tell us?
Four Things All Educators Should Understand about the Dyslexic Brain
Video
What are the Dyslexic MIND Strengths?
Books
Blog
Website
International Dyslexia Association
University of Michigan: Dyslexia Help
The Yale Center for Dyslexia and Creativity
Articles
Dyslexia and the Wider World of Creativity and Talent
People With Dyslexia Have ‘Enhanced Abilities’, According to Study
Raising Kids with Dyslexia: Advice from a Mom on a Mission
The Many Strengths of Dyslexics
LinkedIn Adds ‘Dyslexic Thinking’ to Skills List in Effort to Destigmatize
Developmental Dyslexia Was Essential For Human Survival and Still Has Benefits Today


