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Should I Get Tested For Dyslexia For Trouble Reading, Mixing Up Words, Confusing Numbers For Each Other And Slow Reading?

Hi! My name is Ali Anderson. I am a student and I have noticed for the past few years I am having trouble reading - I mix up words in a sentence or paragraph, confuse numbers for each other, say the wrong words or put words where they don t belong, and read really slow. I thought it was dyslexia but It doesn t seem to completely match the diagnostic criteria I found online. I am considering getting tested but it is pretty expensive, even with insurance. What, if anything, could be the issue and would I benefit from LD testing?
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Welcome to HCM
We understand your concerns

I went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. I did understand your problem. Dyslexia is a disorder related to nervous system. Your symptoms, though vaguely corresponds to dyslexia, may not be true dyslexia. Also learning disability is not be confused here. It is always better to get the test done because it clears your doubts.

You did not mention your age. For teen age people, these symptoms are more or less common and that is due to their high level of curiosity and brain activity. The brain should be able to adjust within a span of 2 or three months.

Till then you can go for selective reading. Using your index finger and thumb on the reading material to identify the reading line should also be helpful. visit: http://psychocure.webs.com/

Hope this answers your query. Availble for further clarifications.
Good luck.
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Should I Get Tested For Dyslexia For Trouble Reading, Mixing Up Words, Confusing Numbers For Each Other And Slow Reading?

Dear Welcome to HCM We understand your concerns I went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. I did understand your problem. Dyslexia is a disorder related to nervous system. Your symptoms, though vaguely corresponds to dyslexia, may not be true dyslexia. Also learning disability is not be confused here. It is always better to get the test done because it clears your doubts. You did not mention your age. For teen age people, these symptoms are more or less common and that is due to their high level of curiosity and brain activity. The brain should be able to adjust within a span of 2 or three months. Till then you can go for selective reading. Using your index finger and thumb on the reading material to identify the reading line should also be helpful. visit: http://psychocure.webs.com/ Hope this answers your query. Availble for further clarifications. Good luck.