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Originally Posted by Open Eyes
I have read about those with dyslexia experiencing "depression" because of the challenges that come with learning because of how the dyslexic brain processes differently. It does not mean a "lack of intelligence" either.
I have read that it is common for those who are dyslexic to turn to food/self harm/alcohol to find a way to have a "sense of control" too.
I just read about that yesterday too. I didn't know that, however I have observed that my daughter does take "challenges" seriously and tends to pursue challenges that others would not take on.
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A few years ago a friend (who teaches Special Ed) turned me on to one Ronald Davis, an engineer who's learned to view his own dyslexia not as a disability, but as a different kind of ability. Here are a couple of webpages about the book he wrote:
The Gift of Dyslexia: Information and Synopsis
The Gift of Dyslexia ... (Amazon)
I don't consider myself dyslexic but I can certainly see his point. I even think that variations of his approach could apply to some other conditions usually considered "mental disorders".