Facts and Myths
Dyslexia is a sign of high/low intelligence.
An individual with dyslexia may have a level of intelligence that depends greatly on if they have the support available to minimize their weaknesses and the opportunities to develop their unique strengths.
Related Myths
People with dyslexia see and write their letters backward and experience mirror vision.
Being exposed to reading material more often will improve symptoms.
Dyslexia is more common in boys than in girls.
Children get dyslexia because of insufficient care during their mother’s pregnancy.