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Dyslexia - Information for the Public - Student dyslexia information project from Malacaster College. Thorough information on definitions and causes.

Adult Dyslexia Organization - Effects of dyslexia on adult's emotions, family life, work, daily activities, and education - downloadable fact sheets, research findings, chat room, message board, and legal information for dyslexic adults in the UK.
Meta Description: [ Adult Dyslexia Organisation ADO advances the cause of adults with dyslexia through research, education and campaigning, lobbying and training. Its services include a helpline, referrals for assessment, tuition and counselling, a wide range of information and support groups. 336 Brixton Road, Lon... ]

Bright Solutions for Dyslexia - Includes description, definitions, symptoms, persistent myths, positive aspects, career matching, self-esteem building, types of testing and assessment, teaching methods, statistics, and current research results.

Dysgraphia - Writing Disability information page compiled by NINDS. On symptomology, treatment and prognosis.
Meta Description: [ Dysgraphia (writing disabilities) information page compiled by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS). ]

Dyslexia - Information sheet compiled by NINDS, the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. On definition, treatment and prognosis.
Meta Description: [ Dyslexia information sheet compiled by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS). ]

Dyslexia - an introduction. - British Channel Fours site on dyslexia, published together with a TV series on dyslexia. On symptoms, causes, education, and research. Covers both childhood and adult dyslexia.

Dyslexia My Life - A personal experience of being dyslexic. Information on dyslexia and promotion of the book Dyslexia my life
Meta Description: [ The information and advice on this site is provided by a dyslexic, giving inside knowledge on the various ways of coping with dyslexia. Come in and find out all you need to know about dyslexia ]

Dyslexia Online - A selection of articles on dyslexia including symptoms, possible causes, and alternative ways to prevent this common childhood disorder.
Meta Description: [ Online magazine offering information on and resources for dyslexia ]

Medindia 's Dyslexia Information - Medical database that gives general info about Dyslexia, diagnosing, socio-emotional problems, treatment, technologies, and guidance tips.
Meta Description: [ Encyclopedia section of medindia gives general info about Dyslexia ]

Neuroscience for Kids - Dyslexia - Provides definition, information, facts, and references about dyslexia. Includes pictures from an MR spectroscopic imaging scan illustrating how the brain has to work harder in people with dyslexia.

404 The Arts Dyslexia Trust Internet Services - Concentrating on the creative potential of the many visually-dominant dyslexic minds. From 1896-1996, The Trust provided an advisory service for educationalists and others concerned with visual learning, and offered practical help to dyslexic students and adults in their art/design training and careers.

The Dyscalculia Forum - Message board for people who have a specific learning disability in mathematics. Provides symptoms, facts, articles, and links about the problem.
Meta Description: [ An international support forum for dyscalculics, teachers, parents and others interested in the math learning disability ]

The Dyslexia Research Trust - A charity established to support research into the nature and causes of developmental dyslexia and to help children with visually impaired dyslexic problems. Research includes visual adaptations, genetics, brain imaging, and the potential role of nutrition and fatty acids treatment.