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Drs. Brock and Fernette Eide use their impressive backgrounds in neurology and education to debunk the standard deficit-based approach to dyslexia. People typically define "dyslexia" as a reading and spelling disorder. But through published research studies, clinical observations, and interviews with dyslexic individuals, the Eides prove that these challenges are not dyslexia's main features but are instead trade-offs resulting from a different pattern of brain organization and information processing that has powerful advantages. For example, dyslexic adults routinely outperform their non-dyslexic peers in studies on three-dimensional spatial reasoning and divergent creativity. Approximately twenty percent of the US population has dyslexia, and The Dyslexic Advantage shows how each one is predisposed to powerful skills called MIND strengths (Material, Interconnected, Narrative, and Dynamic Reasoning), leading them to possess incredible pattern detection, divergent thinking, episodic memory, problem solving, and prediction abilities. The revised and updated edition of The Dyslexic Advantage includes eighteen rich new profiles of remarkable individuals with dyslexia. Blending personal stories with hard science, this book provides empowering advice on how to identify, understand, nurture, and enjoy the strengths of the dyslexic mind.
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"If you are a dyslexic or know anyone who is... this is the book to read. The authors/doctors have first hand experience with dyslexia and run a clinic where they interact with children and adults with dyslexia. They use evidence based research to explain the differences in a neurotypical brain as opposed to a dyslexic brain. The evidence is fascinating and will be empowering to anyone with dyslexia. The book goes into great detail about the challenges with reading, writing and literacy that dyslexia causes, but also takes a deep dive into the complex way that someone with dyslexia thinks and interacts with the world. This book takes the leading neuroscience concepts of the day and distills them into readable facts that helps to explain why so may people with dyslexia end up being extremely successful in their fields. They use real life examples of people with dyslexia and it is so interesting to see how these smart individuals overcame difficulties as children and adolescents and thrived as adults in their careers. It is such a great book. Pick it up today. You will not regret it!"
— kristie tamillow (5 out of 5 stars)
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" This book explains dyslexia with all its pros and cons better than anything I have read. It is very positive about a dyslexic's potential, but it also doesn't negate the very real challenges they face. I would highly recommend it to anyone who is, or knows someone who is a dyslexic. "
— Lisa, 10/25/2011
About the Authors
Brock L. Eide, MD, MA, is an active member of the International Dyslexia Association and the Learning Disabilities Association of America and a board member for the American Occupational Therapy Association.
Paul Costanzo earned both his BA and MA from Juilliard in trumpet performance. As a freelance performer his musical credits range from the Metropolitan to the San Francisco Symphony. He has also been a voice actor for over twenty years and has performed numerous radio commercials, television promos, and narrations for major corporations nationwide. As an audiobook narrator and director, he records regularly for Brilliance Audio, Tantor Media, and Deyan Audio.
Paul Costanzo earned both his BA and MA from Juilliard in trumpet performance. As a freelance performer his musical credits range from the Metropolitan to the San Francisco Symphony. He has also been a voice actor for over twenty years and has performed numerous radio commercials, television promos, and narrations for major corporations nationwide. As an audiobook narrator and director, he records regularly for Brilliance Audio, Tantor Media, and Deyan Audio.
About Tristan Morris
Tristan Morris is an Earphones Award–winning narrator. He received an MFA in acting from the New School for Drama in New York City after studying theater and philosophy at Pacific Lutheran University. His work as a voice actor began in 2011 after training with master teachers Scott Brick, Pat Fraley, and Nancy Wolfson. He works in New York City and Denver creating new theatrical works.