Primary Dyslexia
I've had primary dyslexia since I was about 6. Now, at 20, I can't find a job good for me. I can spell fine, but my grammar and handwriting have always been my main struggles. My brother has moderate primary dyslexia, and my dad does too, so I guess primary kind of runs in the family. But for me, it was different. I couldn't go to school at all and it was "severist of the severe" as the doctor stated. Now, it is very slight-moderate, but my dyslexia won't allow me to get into a good collage, get a good job or even manage to do any daily activities on my own. At least I give good advice. And my roommates are smart enough to give me a helping hand, although they joke about throwing me into an asylum. I don't want to live like this. Any advice?
ComfortingBubbles I am dyslexic too. You do not need to be ashamed in not having a job or having people make fun of you. You are still succeeding in life. @FriendlyPond5743 was my old username, and I remember meeting you on teen chat a week ago! Nice to see you again Bubbles and I never would have been here since I was suicidal without your help. You guided me through this. Thank you. And you aren't insane so you would go in an asylum:)
Thanks I won't forget you Town.And are you ashamed of your dyslexia? Just wanted to ask.
I'm dyslexic! As a kid it was very severe, I got specialized education, and learnt the ways I learn best. I now have an undergrad degree, and pursuing an MSc. I can't spell, my gramer is bad, and it takes me a long time to read. But I have also won academic awards and I don't think those around me notice.
That said self esteme is horrible and something I'm always working on. Some resources I use are an editor (minor stuff, spelling, putting in apostrophees and commas) and text to speach that reads to me when I'm too tired to process written info.
My advice to you. Don't give up. You can go to college, get proper testing so you can get accomidations. Learn the ways you work best (ex. being outside, experiencing what you are trying to remember).
(I purposly haven't used spell check)
My sister, father, grandmother and I all have or have had primary dyslexia. (my Grand has passed) I have held jobs from mom to radio announcer. You can't give up. I now run my own sole proprietorship business knitting and crocheting. My father, sister and I all found our niches in businesses that take advantage of creativity and out of the box thinking. I am very proud of my dyslexia. It makes me unique. I'm so glad you reached out to this community!!! That's fabulous!