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Statistics indicate that Dyslexia is one of the most common learning disabilities affecting 1 in 10 children worldwide. The Dyslexia Association of India estimates that about 10% to 15% of school-going children in India suffer from some type of dyslexia. Multi-lingualism,  can also impact the difficulty. This condition can affect boys and girls. If undetected by Class 2, dyslexic children can grow up to be dyslexic adults, at which point, this condition cannot be cured.

A developmental reading disorder, dyslexia occurs in children with normal intelligence. It is caused when the brain is unable to translate images received from the eyes or ears into understandable language. Although there is evidence to suggest that dyslexic children can excel in other areas such as sports and extracurricular activities, lack of awareness is an impediment to the progress of such children in India.

There are some techniques that can be used to help dyslexic children overcome their problems.

• Indulge in positive reinforcement. Communicate with your child in a positive manner and be patient with them when they take time to grasp things.
• Dyslexic children are more inquisitive and hence, it is important to give them logical answers. Help them in getting their doubts cleared.
• Teaching science and math in a tabular manner can help them in understanding the subjects better.
• Use more of audio-visual aids as they can grasp things better with this technique. For younger children, flash cards can be used.
• Yoga is a good way of increasing concentration in children with this condition. Breathing exercises and alternative therapy can help them cope better than medicines.

— Courtesy Indian Medical Association