Unraveling the Past: A Brief History of Dyslexia
Exploring the Intersection of Science and Dyslexia
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1896
The First Documented Report of Dyslexia Appeared in the British Medical Journal, Initially Described as "Word Blindness."
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1935
The First Effective Intervention Program for Dyslexia Was Developed and Published by Drs. Orton and Gillingham, and It Is Still Being Utilized Today.
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1944
Life Magazine Reports That “Dyslexia Causes 70% of School Failures in 6 to 12-Year-Olds.”
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1974
The Houston Chronicle Has Identified a Connection Between Undiagnosed Dyslexia and "Juvenile Delinquency."
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2008
According to a Report by BBC News, 55% of Children Who Did Not Pass Their SATs Exams Are Dyslexic.
In the 1920s, researchers made significant strides in the development of psychology. Scientists actively studied neuropsychology as a branch of medicine, exploring mechanisms of damage in various brain sections that may lead to deterioration of cognitive functions.
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2009
Rose Dyslexia Review
Rose Dyslexia Review, commissioned by the UK government, recommends the screening of every child and the training of every teacher.
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2020
As Per the Manpower Dyslexic Dynamic Report, Individuals with Dyslexia Possess the Precise Skills Required to Address the Current Global Talent Shortage.
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2022
New York City Has Achieved the Distinction of Being the First City in the World to Train All Its Teachers to Recognize and Assist Students with Dyslexia.
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2022
"Dyslexic Thinking" Has Been Included as a Noun in the Dictionary, and LinkedIn, the World’s Largest Professional Networking Platform, Has Added It as a Skill.
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2024
IQClub.com
IQClub is a tool that aids educators, parents, and medical professionals in identifying and providing support to children who may be at risk of dyslexia and other reading challenges, even before they begin to learn how to read.