Dyslexia
Was that text hard to read? That’s actually a simulation of the experience of dyslexia, designed to make you decode each word. Those with dyslexia experience that laborious pace every time they read.
The truth is, people with dyslexia see things the same way as everyone else. Dyslexia is caused by a phonological processing problem, meaning people affected by it have trouble not with seeing language, but with manipulating it.
What is dyslexia?
Dyslexia is a learning disorder characterized by difficulty reading due to problems identifying speech sounds and learning how they relate to letters and words. Also called specific reading disability, dyslexia is a common learning disability in children.
Dyslexia occurs in children with normal vision and intelligence. Sometimes dyslexia goes undiagnosed for years and isn't recognized until adulthood.
There's no cure for dyslexia. It's a lifelong condition caused by inherited traits that affect how your brain works. However, most children with dyslexia can succeed in school with tutoring or a specialized education program. Emotional support also plays an important role.
Watch TED lesson:
http://ed.ted.com/lessons/what-is-dyslexia-kelli-sandman-hurley
Animation by Marc Cristoforidis
More of his work: http://www.dullyart.com/
Dyslexia the Gift:
http://www.dyslexia.com/
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I remember having a real problem understanding speech as young as five and doctors testing me. They tested my hearing and vision with great concern. I was often thought as dumb and highly intellegent by others. I know many others who are highly successful in their careers and financially who have this problem. I find these weaknesses fascinating as it helps our understanding of how our minds work.
ReplyDeleteOne of my friends has dyslexia; however, in spite of his condition, he graduated with a Master's Degree from Harvard. Maybe the additional brainpower (brain workouts) required for processing enhances the brain in other ways? I'm not knowledgeable about possible patterns or correlations but do find it interesting that brilliant people such as Albert Einstein and Michael Faraday, to name a few. were considered to be dyslexic. Apparently, dyslexia can even be perceived as a gift. see: http://www.dyslexia.com/famous.htm
ReplyDeleteI've found a way to overcome my dyslexia. I always assume its affecting me so I automatically switch numbers around. For example I read 26, my brain sees 62, I make the rotation to 26. I'm getting so fast at it, I don't even think about it. Its just a reaction now. Interestly I see my brain has been rewiring itself and I now I see the number 26 in my mind and able to correctly speak the correct number. But when I'm very tired or intoxicated, you'll be very annoyed of the nonsensical data that comes from my mouth. When this happens I use one of two comebacks. “Whoa. Rented lips,” - Robin Williams. Or I'll say, "What I meant, not what I said!" My goal is always to get the data out as quickly as possible before I get bored with the conversation and switch gears.
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