Facts and Myths
Dyslexia only affects English speakers.
Dyslexia affects all genders, races, and socio-economic classes. Though some languages may be more “dyslexia friendly” than others, English is not the only language in which we find dyslexia.
Related Myths
Children with dyslexia are lazy and simply need to try harder to read.
Dyslexia only affects English speakers.
Bad parenting causes dyslexia.
If you are an adult and suspect you may have dyslexia, it is too late to do anything about it.