I wondered why I would always mix up left and right. I will air-write with my right hand to figure it out. After I learned Japanese, I would just translate in my head because it was quicker. If someone said “migi”, I instantly knew what that meant. I’m 54yo and now a teacher and was always taught dyslexia was a reading disorder. It’s an information processing difference and explains so much about my experience.
@ExceptionalIndividuals
2 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing! It’s interesting how learning Japanese helped you distinguish left and right. Your perspective on dyslexia as an information processing difference is enlightening. As a teacher, your experience will surely benefit your students.
@AleP56Z
4 ай бұрын
This is so helpful, I’m 17 now and ever since I was younger I’ve always had trouble with reading and spelling. I would be put in special classes and given extra help when taking tests. I’m also terrible at math and till this day don’t know the times table, count with my fingers, can’t do word problems, handle money, or tell time. During 8th grade was when they said I didn’t need it anymore, so I thought I was good, but I still struggle a lot with certain things and I always felt ashamed and stupid for it, especially after I would tell people and they would say that it’s easy, but it’s not easy for me it’s challenging and difficult. I’ve been researching on and off and I feel like I might have it. I also have bad memory, which the school told my parents that I had trouble with in my early childhood and just now learned that some individuals with dyslexia have a higher chance of having a bad memory, so now I’m curious if I do actually have it and hopefully one day I can get an official diagnosis.
@ExceptionalIndividuals
3 ай бұрын
@AleP56Z Thank you for sharing your story. It's important to remember that everyone learns differently, and what might be easy for some can be challenging for others. Your experiences with reading, spelling, math, and memory difficulties do align with some common traits of dyslexia. Seeking an official diagnosis could provide clarity and open up additional support and resources. Never feel ashamed for your struggles; recognizing them and seeking help is a sign of strength. You're not alone in this, and there are many who understand what you're going through. Keep researching and advocating for yourself-you're doing great.
@stefenchapman6143
Ай бұрын
Am I the only one that has to say "you write with your right"? Lmao
@ExceptionalIndividuals
3 сағат бұрын
Hi @stefenchapman6143, Haha, you're definitely not alone! "You write with your right" is a classic trick many people use to remember left from right. Whatever works, right? Thanks for sharing! Very best, Nat
@melodystarlyin7540
3 күн бұрын
I was diagnosed with adhd and autism as a kid (my dad has dyslexia) but I extremely relate to everything in this video to a painful degree. It has only been recently that I have begun to doubt whether I have dyslexia as well. I have issues with spelling even with autocorrect (I leave out words, I remember phrases wrong and I even remember phrases close but somehow wrong. Please if you can make me make sense of this 😢 Examples: 1. Remembering “stroke of luck” like “strike of luck” 2. Pronouncing lyrics (lee ricks) instead of (lie ricks) melancholy (melon cho (like choice) ly), gingham like the g in (green), and finale like (final) despite knowing this this a word spoken??? Plus many more. 3. When under pressure like my driving test I mixed up left and right, if I am able to think about it in a normal state of mind it is easier (usually little issue) but I need time. 4. When I learned Japanese I realized I remembered kanji backwards, pronunciation and writing of words was close but off by one vowel, I noticed my peers did not have this issue. Despite that I actually learned Japanese to the hardest level of the JLPT (N1) and can read novels no issue ☠️ 5. I need to reread things 3 times I literally misinterpret phrases like I will read it as “I am frustrated” and it will be “I am angry” or something 😭🤮 Also, sometimes it will be totally different from the thing I first read it as which sucks! PS: my answer for 11) was “Out of character” “out of turn” I’m doomed 🫠
@ExceptionalIndividuals
21 сағат бұрын
Hi @melodystarlyin7540, Your experiences really resonate with some characteristics of dyslexia, particularly the spelling challenges, word confusion, and issues with left-right orientation under pressure. Dyslexia often overlaps with ADHD and autism, which can make things tricky to tease apart. It's great you've already achieved so much, like passing JLPT N1! That shows your strengths despite these challenges. If you’re questioning whether dyslexia might be part of your profile, a formal assessment could provide more clarity. You're not alone in these experiences, and understanding them better could help you find strategies that work for you. Very best, Nat
@StreetfighterU
Жыл бұрын
as a dyslexic myself, i read the title as "i am dyslexic...?" haha
@ExceptionalIndividuals
Жыл бұрын
It's great to have a sense of humor about your dyslexia! Dyslexia can be a challenging condition, but many people with dyslexia find that a positive attitude and a support system help them to overcome difficulties and reach their goals.
@knight1515
Жыл бұрын
I am currently in school and it is SO HARD. We are currently doing a typing course and I am having such a hard time reading the lines to type over and over. I remember in elementary school being so stressed out and scared that I would never be able to learn the alphabet. It was hard. I don't know, maybe I should talk to my doctor? Thanks for this video!
@ExceptionalIndividuals
Жыл бұрын
I'm glad you found the video helpful! It sounds like you're facing some challenges in your schoolwork, which can be overwhelming and stressful. If you're feeling overwhelmed and struggling with the typing course, it may be a good idea to talk to your doctor. They can help you determine if there may be any underlying learning or attention issues that are affecting your ability to complete the course. Additionally, they may be able to provide support, guidance, and recommendations to help you succeed in your education. Remember, it's okay to ask for help when you need it. You've already made it this far, and there are likely many resources and support systems available to you that can help you overcome these obstacles. Keep advocating for yourself and don't be afraid to reach out for help. Good luck!
@KristinAlayna
2 жыл бұрын
Is it different in America? Is there a term for just "slow processing"? I'm an adult and I don't meet any of the traditional criteria for the dyslexic conditions mentioned in this video, yet I experience everything mentioned in this video. How do I convince people that this is my true internal experience and I'm not making it up? Most of the time when I seek help I'm told I'm exaggerating, being ridiculous, seeking attention, or that I'm delusional and it's all in my head. I'm just trying to exist. People expect me to be able to keep a job and do well at it, since it is in my field of interest and what I got a B.S. degree in. People don't believe I can be intelligent and slow at the same time. Yet, I get criticized (or fired) everytime I don't meet expectations - and it's been that way for me all my life. I don't have trouble reading or writing, or with language - quite the opposite. However, I seem to get lost when I should be right on target - in almost every situation. It's difficult to explain. Any insightful resources would be appreciated.
@ExceptionalIndividuals
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Krisi, thank you for your common and sorry to hear about some of your barriers. It's important to remember that you do not have to have all the characteristics in order to be diagnosed. These are just the most common. It might be worth you looking into dyspraxia, but if not, it is possible to have a more general learning difficulty which results in slower processing, but doesn't affect intelligence. We recommend going on our website and looking at some of our characteristic quizzes which can give you an idea on the different types of Nerodiversity see which one you align most with and then exploring that server with a professional if you think you may benefit.
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