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There is not one definition of dyslexia. Several dyslexia definitions are quoted below.
The International Dyslexia Association defines ‘dyslexia’ as:
“Dyslexia is a specific learning disability that is neurological in origin. It is characterized by difficulties with accurate and /or fluent word recognition and by poor spelling and decoding abilities. These difficulties typically result from a deficit in the phonological component of language that is often unexpected in relation to other cognitive abilities and the provision of effective classroom instruction. Secondary consequences may include problems in reading comprehension and reduce reading experience that can impede growth of vocabulary and background knowledge.”
(Adopted by the International Dyslexia Association Board of Directors, November 12, 2002)
TEXAS EDUCATION CODE, p.8 from the Revised 2014-The Dyslexia Handbook, states –[ “Dyslexia” means a disorder of constitutional origin manifested by a difficulty in learning to read, write or despite conventional instruction, adequate intelligence and sociocultural opportunity.”]
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