Facts and Myths
Dyslexia only affects English speakers.
Dyslexia affects all genders, races, and socio-economic classes. Though some languages may be more “dyslexia friendly” than others, English is not the only language in which we find dyslexia.
Related Myths
Once they have learnt to read, the symptoms of dyslexia go away.
Being exposed to reading material more often will improve symptoms.
Individuals with dyslexia are usually left-handed.
Children get dyslexia because of insufficient care during their mother’s pregnancy.