Dyslexia is not classified as a disease, so it is more accurate to refer to interventions rather than medical treatments. There is no one-size-fits-all approach, and each person with dyslexia requires a tailored education plan that caters to their specific needs. Some examples of interventions include phonemic awareness techniques, which are aimed at improving the ability to recognize letter sounds, and as activities that teach the connection between letters and sounds through writing and reading from a text.[1]
Another popular reading intervention is the Orton-Gillingham (OG) program, a structured literacy approach that utilizes multisensory techniques (e.g., tracing letters in sand, sounding out individual letters) to break down reading and spelling into smaller skills. It’s widely used and generally well-liked, although the degree to which it benefits students can vary.Therefore, medical professionals are encouraged to verify the suitability of such plans before implementing them in teaching plans.[2]
Additionally, children may receive special assistance through individual or group sessions with learning or reading specialists. The use of audiobooks and text-to-speech reading tools is also common to support students in educational settings.
References
- ^Snowling MJEarly identification and interventions for dyslexia: a contemporary view.J Res Spec Educ Needs.(2013-Jan-01)
- ^Stevens EA, Austin C, Moore C, Scammacca N, Boucher AN, Vaughn SCurrent State of the Evidence: Examining the Effects of Orton-Gillingham Reading Interventions for Students With or at Risk for Word-Level Reading Disabilities.Except Child.(2021-Jul)