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Dyslexia - The Facts (and it can be to your advantage)

Resource Author: Bianca S. | NDIS Expert   Last Updated: 11 March 2026
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Einstein was dyslexic

Sometimes when we understand things we are more compassionate and our ill-conceived assumptions fall by the wayside. If you have a child that you think has dyslexia - don't be distressed.
 
Understand EVERYTHING about dyslexia and we mean EVERYTHING including the positive aspects of this specific learning difficulty. Some incredible people like Einstein and Richard Branson had/have dyslexia. Maybe your child will change the world too by thinking differently and understanding complex problems most of us neurotypical people can't! 
 

Understand the Facts

Here are some useful facts to inform yourself with, shared with the permission from our friends at VicBetterHealthChannel.
 

See the silver lining

Most importantly watch this video about Emily in utero to help you understand how dyslexia can be an advantage in the world we live in today:
 
 
 
 
To find help and support for a child with dyslexia, type the word 'DYSLEXIA' into the MyCareSpace browser for a list of professionals who can support you. 

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