Facts and Myths
Dyslexia is a sign of high/low intelligence.
An individual with dyslexia may have a level of intelligence that depends greatly on if they have the support available to minimize their weaknesses and the opportunities to develop their unique strengths.
Related Myths
People with dyslexia see and write their letters backward and experience mirror vision.
Bad parenting causes dyslexia.
If you are an adult and suspect you may have dyslexia, it is too late to do anything about it.
You can only be born with dyslexia; you either have it or you don’t.