Succeeding and Adult Dyslexia

Erscheinungsjahr 2024
ISBN: 978-1-108-94888-3
Verlag: Cambridge University Press

Buch, Englisch, 334 Seiten, Format (B × H): 152 mm x 229 mm, Gewicht: 449 g

There is a need to demonstrate the potential that dyslexic adults have to achieve success despite the difficulties often associated with dyslexia. A focus on adults with dyslexia is pertinent given that individual life experiences have the potential to make dyslexia in adulthood more variable in manifestation than in childhood. This book offers a comprehensive discussion of the relationship between dyslexia and success based on current understanding derived from theory and practice, including the challenges of dyslexia in work-related contexts and a range of potential solutions. It presents a framework to conceptualise adult dyslexia and these individual difficulties and provides a basis for success. Personal stories of adult dyslexics who have faced work-related challenges are included alongside a set of strategy-based solutions for dealing with and responding to such challenges. This is an essential resource for dyslexic adults themselves, plus coaches, HR departments, and managers in organisations and training institutions.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Leather, Carol

Everatt, John

Fachgebiete

• Sozialwissenschaften Pädagogik Pädagogik Pädagogische Psychologie
• Sozialwissenschaften Psychologie Allgemeine Psychologie Entwicklungspsychologie Pädagogische Psychologie

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Part I: 1. Introduction; 2. Adult dyslexia; 3. Theoretical perspectives on success; Part II: 4. Strategies contributing to success; 5. Literacy and language issues and strategies; 6. Effective communication; 7. Dyslexia in the workplace; 8. Organisational influences on success; 9. Personal perspectives of dyslexia and career success; 10. Summary and conclusions: a revised framework.

Über Autor(innen)

Everatt, John
John Everatt is Professor of Education at the University of Canterbury, New Zealand. He has worked and given talks/lectures on dyslexia in many parts of the world. His research focuses on dyslexia identification and intervention, but also the individual and situational factors impacting of the consequences of learning difficulties.

Leather, Carol
Carol Leather is Director of Training at Independent Dyslexia Consultants, UK, where she provides coaching and training across the occupation range. She is also a consultant to several government departments and public service organisations, advising on assessment and adjustments in the workplace.