Explaining dyslexia is often done by focusing on the dyslexic himself or herself. One might say dyslexics have trouble with phonemic awareness or the short-term memory of the dyslexic is affected.
People-pleasing often stems from low self-esteem, a common challenge for dyslexic individuals. This behavior can develop as a way to avoid conflict, gain approval, or escape the fear of failure rooted in childhood experiences.
Perfectionism can feel like an endless climb, especially for dyslexic adults. In this video, I dive into how perfectionism often starts as a coping mechanism, offering a false sense of safety and control.
There are claims being made about the special abilities and strengths of dyslexics, but how reliable is this information? Numerous research studies have examined these claims, and most of them have found no evidence. In fact, in some cases, the opposite has been found.
If you have ADHD or dyslexia, you may be familiar with the struggle. Procrastination seems to be common in neurodiverse individuals. A good thing to remember is that delay does not equal procrastination. So it might be good to give yourself some slack when you have a good reason to delay something.
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Neurodiverse people would really benefit from avoiding certain thinking errors. Especially considering how those with dyslexia, ADHD, and anxiety (for example) struggle more commonly with mental health issues.
In this video, we dive deep into the concept of masking among neurodivergent individuals, specifically focusing on those with dyslexia, ADHD, and autism. Masking involves concealing one's true self to fit societal expectations, often leading to significant emotional and psychological consequences.
Mental health conditions are often misdiagnosed. You might only have a 50% chance of getting a correct diagnosis. A misdiagnosis can happen for various reasons. For example, the diagnostic interview might have resulted in inaccurate data or "symptom overlap" caused confusion.
As a dyslexic, simplicity and enjoyment were really important to me when it came to my mental health journaling. In the beginning, I also was not sure how to even start. Writing was never my go-to activity to reduce stress, but this simple journaling method has been working for me.
Perfectionism and dyslexia are connected. Perfectionism seems to develop during childhood when acceptance, approval, and affection are lacking. Many dyslexics have experienced the feeling of not receiving any recognition or understanding while attending school.
Executive functioning skills are often impacted in individuals with Dyslexia, ADHD, and Autism. To better understand yourself, it's important to identify which specific elements of your Executive functioning skills are affected.
Let's I dive into the often-overlooked impact of dyslexia in adulthood, particularly focusing on patterns of self-sabotage and repetition compulsion. Repetition compulsion is a psychological phenomenon where individuals unconsciously repeat behaviors or patterns from past experiences, often those related to trauma or unresolved issues.