Books for dyslexic adults

Software for dyslexic adults

 

• The Dyslexic Adult in a Non-dyslexic World - It is refreshing to find a book devoted to the experiences of dyslexic adults, since much of the available literature focuses on children. 'The Dyslexic Adult in a non-dyslexic world' is a welcome addition to my bookshelf. It is eminently readable and combines an 'academic' understanding of the issues with down-to-earth examples based on interviews with dyslexic adults.
USA | UK.

 

• Supporting Adult Learners with Dyslexia - by Sally McKeown, pub NIACE.
Tutors are determined to provide appropriate learning opportunities for the full range of learners who are coming to their classes. Some worry that they are not doing enough to support learners with dyslexia and wonder if they should be doing something special and different to meet the needs of this particular group. This book draws on the experience of many practitioners and outlines some of the key questions tutors should ask themselves, their colleagues and their learners. It shows how bringing together appropriate online resources, software, accessibility options and paper-based materials can increase confidence and make learning more enjoyable.
USA | UK

 

• Dyslexia in the Workplace - Diana Bartlett, Sylvia Moody, pub Whurr.
This text is designed for both dyslexic adults and for professionals concerned with helping them, for example psychologists, tutors, therapists, researchers, disability advisors and welfare officers. It also offers advice to employers on how to help dyslexic staff. The book covers the nature of dyslexic difficulties and their effects, both practical and emotional. Dyspraxic difficulties are also discussed. Assessment tests are described and reviewed and research is summarized. Detailed advice is given on tackling the difficulties; topics covered include work organization and effective work methods, reading and writing for work purposes, memory skills, oral presentation and interation, and dealing with the emotions associated with dyslexia. Finally, guidance is given on the Disability Discrimination Act and sources of information and help are listed. Throughout the book, there are numerous case studies designed to capture the immediate experiences of dyslexic people at work. Review
UK | USA.

• Adult Dyslexia: Assessment, Counselling and Training - McLoughlin, FitzGibbon and Young, pub Whurr.
Drawing on their experience in the fields of educational and occupational psychology and their particular expertise in working with adult dyslexics, the authors of this book focus on dyslexia in adulthood and describe the nature of the difficulties experienced by adult dyslexics in their personal, working and social lives.
Containing practical advice regarding appropriate techniques for assessing, counselling, training and teaching the adult dyslexic, the book is aimed at all professionals- psychologists, counsellors, careers advisors, teachers, trainers, social workers, doctors and HR specialists - who are likely to come into contact with adult dyslexics. (Recommended by John Bradford, Dyslexia Adults Link)
USA | UK

• Adult Dyslexia - a Guide for the Workplace - Gary FitzGibbon and Brian O'Connor, pub Wiley.
This is an excellent book that has practical advice for both professionals and dyslexics themselves. It is very readable and in my experience it is the first text that succeeds in distinguishing adult dyslexics from children with this condition; it presents a very strong case for reassessing the validity of what educationalists say about dyslexia and for improving how dyslexics are accommodated in workplaces. (P. Smith)
UK | USA.

• Dyslexia and Employment - Sylvia Moody, pub WhileyBlackwell.
Edited by award–winning author Sylvia Moody, this jargon–free guide to good practice in dyslexia workplace consultancy, and related legal issues, provides comprehensive coverage in four clearly distinguished areas. With contributions from leading experts on workplace consultancy, this guide will be of interest to dyslexia professionals, managers, legal professionals, trades unions, coaches, mentors and careers advisors – as well as dyslexic employees and job–seekers. 
USA | UK

 

• Dyslexia and Counselling - by Rosemary Scott, published Whurr. 'Good counselling can remediate the negative effects of dyslexia on daily life, to the point where dyslexia becomes not just manageable but 'a source of individual strength and wisdom''.
UK | USA

 

• FREE Dyslexia Assessment and Consultancy Newsletter
Dyslexia Assessment and Consultancy produce an excellent email newsletter focussing on dyslexic adults: working with dyslexic/dyspraxic adults both in employment and in higher education, carrying out diagnostic and workplace needs assessments, training and counselling dyslexic/dyspraxic employees, etc.
"Highly Recommended" (John Bradford).
Dyslexia and Assessment Consultancy Newsletter
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