According to
Ben Arikpo, the chairperson, Board of Trustees, Dyslexia Foundation Nigeria, it
is assumed that over 32 million Nigerians are struggling with dyslexia, a
learning disorder that includes reading, composition, spelling and
comprehension difficulties. This issue appears worse in Nigeria because most
parents and teachers are unaware of this disorder, thereby leaving those
affected into a terrible state of mind.
Here are some
few traits and behaviours of dyslexics.
- High in IQ, yet may not fare well academically; tests well orally, but not written.
- Feels dumb; has poor self-esteem; hides or covers up weaknesses with ingenious compensatory strategies; easily frustrated and not excited about school reading or testing.
- Talented in art, drama, music, sports, mechanics, storytelling, business, designing, building, or engineering.
- Difficulty sustaining attention; seems “hyper” or “daydreamer.”
- Learns best through hands-on experience, demonstrations, experimentation, observation, and visual aids.
These are just few traits and behaviours of dyslexics,
I intend to explore more in my next article and share some of my experiences as
a dyslexic.
REFERENCES
- https://www.dyslexia.com
- https://www.premiumtimesng.com/health/health-news/290048-32-million-nigerians-struggle-with-learning-disorder-foundation.html
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