I was finally diagnosed at 71 with both ADHD and dyslexia. It was and is a huge relief to start understanding my learning / comprehension of whatever it is I'm reading, writing, or watching. Thank you so much. I also appreciate the length of the videos you present.

As a dyslexic who was diagnosed from a young age I believe 7 I was never told that I would experience these things I was always told it was purely about my ability to read and stay focused in school. And now as a young adult 21 trying to explain to my parents all these issues that I’ve been having for my whole life and them rejecting it has been very hard. But it’s very helpful to me to remember times where all of these things have effected me even in the past year. Thank you for making a concise understandable list that I can give to people who don’t understand what it’s like having dyslexia as an adult (or even a kid)

@dieeleganzderquallen2675

8 ай бұрын

Same! I was diagnosed when I was 9. I also only got the explanation that it explained my difficulty in reading and writing and that was the only thing I got help with. Basically as soon as I was on a somewhat normal level (still struggle with little things but it is not that obvious anymore) it was kind of assumed that I had outgrown dyslexia. But I always had the feeling that something was off with me. I spacing out a lot, I confuse similar sounding words and names, and I struggle to work on things in a chronological order...But all this was just always dismissed as my "personality" and my parents and some friend have dismissed it when I tried to explain to them how much I struggle with this. It helps me a lot to finally be able to have the explanation why I'm like this and that it's not just personal flaws of mine.

This is my biggest problem since I was a child every time that my teacher or someone is telling something I'm really focusing on it. But yes it's not really sinking in my mind. Or sometimes it takes time for me to process it. Then I'm missing other information that is being told to me or what is being discussed. I ended up not being able to finish college now I'm having difficulties finding a job. Still having difficulties on what interview on training. It takes time for me to master my job . Most of the people are laughing at me. I hate it.

Praise God for this video! I now know why I am the way I am! If anyone out there is struggling with dyslexia just know that your disability can be your ability!

Number 3. I often wonder why my mood or energy levels change so much. Thank you for helping me get perspective.

This is amazing. I’m 99% sure I am severely dyslexic. I just got into insurance industry and boy o boy was that a roller coaster. But the moment of brilliance and ability to be hyper focused is spot on. I am in day 5 of figuring out I am dyslexic, and everything just makes sense and I always thought I was terribly strange and my mind was so Different. I never knew dyslexia was about information processing. I was under the impression it was strictly about words jumbling. I am So excited to figure out my brain 🧠 better.

I've always struggled with numbers and words, but just put all my other traits down to my personality or anxiety. It all suddenly makes sense! Thank you. This video has helped me understand my daily struggles with life. I'm going to get a test done and learn skills to help.

the company I work for has a number of clients, some of whom allow me do do things in my own way and some of whom insist I follow there exact process. Its no exaduration to say I get 10 times more done in the same time and to a higher quality when allowed to do it my way.

was diagnosed with dyslexia and adhd ... um about 6-7 ... so upside-down back to font and inside-out 🤣🤣🤣, love painting and photography

@user-ik7mk9eq4n

4 ай бұрын

yes you enjoy the things i enjoy, i have both but worried did I make a mistake was it all dyslexic

Genuinely shocked, I struggled with all of these, all of my life. I was diagnosed with dyslexia since around 10, but only really know that I would have difficulty reading, writing, etc, but no one explained that there may be other things on top of that.

@augustusgloopfangirl8751

Жыл бұрын

Same! Its weird how we are not told just how it affects us, hope you are doing well x

@user-ik7mk9eq4n

4 ай бұрын

yes i never understood dyslexic till now as I was diagnosed as a child 8years old. but nobody took the time to educate me. i am now 49 and just taking the time to understand

I have recently realized that my 8 year old son does not just have ADHD but has dyslexia too. All I can say is "it's not easy at all" for both of us.😢

@TruthAboutDyslexia

2 ай бұрын

So often dyslexia and ADHD co exist, and its definitely not easy.

I'm looking for my daughter, ways to help her. I was 'hyperlexic' so didn't realise that I had a problem with stuff like this, until I was looking into helping her with her visual / reading comprehension! I didn't realise how poor my own listening comprehension was, as hers is phenomenal! I can read and spell - but its so dependent on how much stress I am under and how much time I have. I also can't get my ideas on paper - really hoping this could be a lens to deliver the results that I would love to be able to share - as well as the ideas.

6/7 😮 A really good and easy to understand video

Holy moly!! I knew I had this learning ability… ugh that explains why when I study for exams that it takes me longer than others… i usually have to take exams 2 times.. example: drivers written, law and ethics as a therapist…. And why my supervisor becomes frustrated with me especially with my grammar… thank you. I know this is an older video so I look forward to learning more…

I was equated back in 1992 and I hit 95% of the qualifiers but I trained my brain to learn like others. This vid explains a lot. Plus, throw addiction in the mix. Lol. I still struggle to under the purpose of things that come naturally to others.

As a child I was accused of cheating because I could get the answer but I dident know how ?? Allso I can see a particular lesson in school as if I was there I didn't know I was dislect until I was 40 I am 67 now with two successful careers behind me pitty I dident know sooner

This has been a great explanation. Thank you

I've just been diagnosed at 57

I can relate to all these, but no-one has suggested I am dyslexic. (Despite a couple of other quirks I won't bore you with). I just assume everyone has quirks, OK, some a lot more than others, but is it really helpful to have these labels? When you get to know people they are all a bit odd.

it's so confusing as I thought I had ADHD and dyslexic, but is it just all dyelexic

All of them!! I had to teach myself how to learn!! Everything now it’s starting to make more sense as I get older Thank you for the video

@TruthAboutDyslexia

Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

@mandlin4602

Жыл бұрын

Same here, I had to self teach no one seemed/seems to understand me and I can’t find words to explain it. I just know.

Recently I was diagnosed with ADHD, I was talking with a friend of mine who’s child also has ADHD..after a while she suggested I look into the possibility of being dyslexic. She must have recognized the signs because this is me to a T! It’s a shame the psychological examiner didn’t think to text for other commonly co-occurring disorders.

@TruthAboutDyslexia

Жыл бұрын

40-50% of people who have ADHD also have Dyslexia so it is very common indeed. Unfortunately the medical professionals compartmentalise way too much usually.

I was diagnosed in my late 30's

@TruthAboutDyslexia

Жыл бұрын

Later diagnosis is become more and more common now. Are you finding the support you need?

Ive always had a child like dreaming and I’m only 70. Nice to know that I’m not the only one with dyslexia, all the research that is happening. I’m loosing my thoughts what I want to say Just one sentence can take a while to type, then when I’m on a roll nothing stops me it just flows. For years I new that I was someone different to most of others, the main stream. Fortunately my good wife helps me out with spelling and grammar. We are chalk and cheese, may be that’s why we’ve still together for 52 years. I’ve written half a book on tramping but I get stuck and loose the plot what I’m trying to say I know I keep changing my thinking and sometime try and get back on track. I’m a builder and that is just s process that keeps me on track. I find if its someone else’s list I have no problems following it. If its mine I can find that I wonder and forget Cheers have a great day

Great information Thank you.

@TruthAboutDyslexia

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Omg thank you 😊

@TruthAboutDyslexia

Жыл бұрын

You're so welcome!

Well explained, god thats all me. 😅 I have Dyslexia & ADHD. I take nicotine patches/lozenges and plenty of caffeine throughout the day to keep my mind awake and motivated. Otherwise 😢 I'm done.

What if I relate to all these traits, but have not trouble reading and writing? Is this considered dyslexia still?

@TruthAboutDyslexia

Жыл бұрын

Hey Karen, Yes it can be. Everyone will relate to different traits. No 2 of us are exactly alike.

@jessicamccorkle8248

Жыл бұрын

Hi Karen. I was diagnosed in the 4th grade. My reading ability is off the charts, but I struggle with transposing numbers. Math in general.

Need a hole video on #4

@Annalorraine67

Жыл бұрын

I am severely dyslexic diagnosed as a young child in the 70s very rare

@Annalorraine67

Жыл бұрын

There’s no answers they’re gonna run you down I’m 55 going to kill me

@TruthAboutDyslexia

Жыл бұрын

I know right!

@mandlin4602

Жыл бұрын

I’ve heard some horror stories about dyslexic people back in the day. Severe/moderate dyslexia and linked conditions run in my family and for that reason my father, my grandmother and her mother before her dropped ont of school. They essentially got hit every day over spelling and reading. I’m dyslexic too, as a kid I really struggled. I couldn’t read at all till I was 6, couldn’t speak more than 3 words till I was 4. Couldn’t spell my own name till I was 14, and I wasn’t hit in school but teachers did bully me and insult me every day. I have serious lack of trust for anyone who has been or is a teacher in my mind they are all cruel and judgmental. Almost fear them even at 34….

@wintermatherne2524

8 ай бұрын

@@mandlin4602 don't forget juvennile. The kind of person that becomes a teacher is juvenile.

Help my son is 14 years

He described me to a T

How to ensure I won't take what you have to say seriously: speak as if our brains are literally split down the middle. As if the brain is not actually a complex organ with multiple different parts that must work together for everyday function. Next you'll be saying we only use 10% of our brains at any given time.

Why is dyslexia now seeming like a mental disorder? I have it but no one ever explaines this to me, these are just my bpd qualities. Then i have adhd and maybe aspbergers? Mental health, as important as it is, it seems less and less real. I guess nothing can be so binary anymore. Its all just a cruch from fear

@brigittastone-johnson7683

8 ай бұрын

This is because dyslexic is a way your brain is wired ( how you think is different than ‘typical’) sometimes this will come with other divergences, like you might also have ADHD, or You may be autistic and so on. It’s not a disorder but rather a neurological diversity. (Neurodivergent)

@wintermatherne2524

8 ай бұрын

@@brigittastone-johnson7683 Sometimes autism is a disorder.