As someone who has dyslexia, I was told as a child this is what you have, and your life is just going to be hard. It wasn’t until I was older that I realized there’s help, there’s LDS, and there doesn’t have to be the shame factor.
Willow, LDS student and adult learner
This video is a powerful testimony from an adult learner. There is no shame in seeking help and working towards your education, work or life goals with outside support. Adults discovering or confirming a learning difference can get the help they need.
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Many thanks to Willow for being an invaluable contributor to our Mental Health and Learning Differences forum in May 2023.
– Sara Jane R. Walker, Senior Manager, Communications
LDS is a community of dedicated professionals that write collaboratively. We recognize the contribution of unnamed team members for their wisdom and input.
One in 10 Canadian children has a learning difference, like dyslexia. At LDS, we believe that every one of them should have access to the critical individualized education support they need to succeed in school and in life.
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RISE One-to-one specialized learning support includes focused support in these areas. 1. Foundational skills in literacy and math. 2. School skills such as executive function, studying, homework, and coursework.
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