23 min

How to help children with dyslexia Parental As Anything

    • Parenting

If your child is struggling to read or write, they may be among the 10 per cent of people who have dyslexia. What is it? How can it impact a child’s education, self-esteem and mental health? 

Maggie Dent speaks to Sarah Asome, a school principal and mum of dyslexic children, from advocacy group CodeREAD, and psychologist Dr Craig Wright from Understanding Minds. Together they discuss the signs of dyslexia, seeking a diagnosis and what parents can do to support their child at school and at home. 

The advice provided in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal situation. If you require further advice specific to your needs, please consult a professional. 
Host: Maggie Dent 
Producer: Josie Sargent 
Consulting Producer: Carmen Myler 
Executive Producer: Kim Lester 
Sound design: Isabella Tropiano 
Field recordings: Rebecca McLaren 

If your child is struggling to read or write, they may be among the 10 per cent of people who have dyslexia. What is it? How can it impact a child’s education, self-esteem and mental health? 

Maggie Dent speaks to Sarah Asome, a school principal and mum of dyslexic children, from advocacy group CodeREAD, and psychologist Dr Craig Wright from Understanding Minds. Together they discuss the signs of dyslexia, seeking a diagnosis and what parents can do to support their child at school and at home. 

The advice provided in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal situation. If you require further advice specific to your needs, please consult a professional. 
Host: Maggie Dent 
Producer: Josie Sargent 
Consulting Producer: Carmen Myler 
Executive Producer: Kim Lester 
Sound design: Isabella Tropiano 
Field recordings: Rebecca McLaren 

23 min

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