Dyslexia is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects reading and spelling abilities. While there is no cure for dyslexia, there are various treatments and strategies that can help dyslexic individuals overcome their challenges and thrive. Let’s answer some frequently-asked questions about them!

Q: What kinds of specialized books can help individuals with dyslexia?

A: Specialized books with dyslexia-friendly fonts, visual cues, and audio options can help individuals with dyslexia in several ways.

Dyslexia-friendly fonts are specifically designed to be easier to read for individuals with dyslexia, reducing visual stress and making reading more comfortable. Visual cues, such as highlighting and color coding, can help individuals with dyslexia understand and retain information. And audio books or books with audio components allow individuals with dyslexia to access the same content as their peers without having to struggle with reading difficulties.

Q: What are the benefits of using dyslexia-friendly fonts?

A: Dyslexia-friendly fonts, such as OpenDyslexic and Dyslexie, are specifically designed to be easier to read for individuals with dyslexia.

These fonts feature larger and heavier bottoms on the letters, making it easier for individuals with dyslexia to differentiate between letters and reducing visual stress. Dyslexia-friendly fonts can improve reading speed and accuracy and can make reading more comfortable for individuals with dyslexia.

Q: What is vision therapy?

A: Vision therapy is a type of therapy that aims to improve visual skills such as eye tracking, focused attention, visual scanning, and spatial attention that are essential for reading and learning.

Activities that focus on strengthening these skills can help people improve their reading speed and proficiency.

Q: Is vision therapy effective for individuals with dyslexia?

A: While vision therapy is not a cure for dyslexia, research suggests that it can be helpful for individuals who have visual processing difficulties.

One study found that vision therapy led to improvements in reading speed, accuracy, and comprehension in children with dyslexia. However, more research is needed to understand fully the effectiveness of vision therapy for individuals with dyslexia.

While there is no cure for dyslexia, there are various treatments and strategies that can help dyslexic individuals overcome their challenges and thrive. Check out all of the dyslexia-friendly books that Royal Fireworks Press has to offer, and use the free LARS screening questionnaire to see if vision therapy can help your child with reading.