General Indicators of Dyslexia

Other Age Groups

Signs of Dyslexia in the 13-18 Age Group

If several of these "Symptoms" occur together, further advice should be sought.

1.

Frequent spelling mistakes still occur.

2.

Copying accurately from the board or overhead projector can cause considerable difficulties.

3.

Planning essays and assignments can prove a great burden because of the problem of sequencing of ideas and the development of arguments. Choice of vocabulary may be restricted because of worries over spelling.

4.

Note-taking can be a problem - both from books and from speech, through difficulty in recognising the main points and because of poor spelling. They may be unable to make sense of their notes later when needed for an essay, or for revision.

5.

They may have little idea of revision techniques and other aspects of Study Skills.

6.

Time management may be poor, resulting in last-minute panic to complete assignments.

7.

Organising their notes, keeping neat files/folders of handouts etc. may be difficult.

8.

Understanding questions in comprehension can cause major problems.

9.

Exam questions can prove difficult because of poor attention to instructions and ways of interpreting the information.

10.

Reading rate may remain slow, therefore reading of any text at secondary level could cause problems.

11.

French can prove problematical and discussion with the school would be advisable. Other foreign languages present fewer difficulties.

12.

They still tire easily and need to relax or have a change of occupation to recuperate.

13.

The level of their work can vary from excellent on one day to abysmal on another, according to how they feel.

14.

Handwriting may still need attention and help.