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How To Identify Hidden Dyslexia

By Jim Forgan, Ph.D. signs of stealth dyslexia and be concerned if you identify or twice exceptional having giftedness and a learning
Stealth dyslexia is a three or more when considering your child. disability. You need an evaluation to understand if it’s
lesser known form of • Underachievement relative to intelligence actually stealth dyslexia or something else so that your
dyslexia that is hidden • Inattention or apparent carelessness child is not punished for something they can’t help.
dyslexia. Individuals with • Strong oral expression but weaker written expression The above warning signs of stealth dyslexia are often
stealth dyslexia are highly • Weak at sounding out unfamiliar words in stark contrast to the gifts where these children excel.
intelligent and compensate • Slower oral reading but stronger silent reading Children with stealth dyslexia are often great LEGO
for their dyslexia. They • Difficulty with spelling in everyday writing (not on tests) builders or Roblox and Minecraft designers because
learn to rely upon their • Messy penmanship they have great visual-spatial abilities and strong 3-D
outstanding visual memory, • Excessive worry mental rotation. These children see the big picture.
intuition and ability to use • Does not enjoy reading They have language strengths with communication and
the book’s context to bypass Some people might dismiss your concerns and instead an extensive vocabulary. Children with stealth dyslexia
their reading weaknesses. Stealth dyslexia often goes say your child is careless, not trying hard enough, or is are often interesting to talk to and can carry on a good
undetected until fourth grade or later. an underachiever. School staff may say that your child conversation because of their strong critical thinking and
Your child may have stealth dyslexia if he or she is very is too smart to have a reading disability. The school staff general knowledge.
smart and can read but does not enjoy reading. Many of may also tell you your child is not failing enough to have Call (561) 625-4125 to discuss your child or visit
these children don’t read for pleasure. At right are warning a learning disability. Some children are considered 2e JimForgan.com.
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