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
Dyslexia cannot be diagnosed until a child starts learning to read at school.
Being exposed to reading material more often will improve symptoms.
Dyslexia is a sign of high/low intelligence.
You can only be born with dyslexia; you either have it or you don’t.