The dyslexic advantage : unlocking the hidden potential of the dyslexic brain

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The dyslexic advantage : unlocking the hidden potential of the dyslexic brain

Author:

Eide, Brock, 1962-

ISBN:

9780452297920

Publication Information:

New York : Penguin Group, c2011.

Physical Description:

xviii, 283 p. : ill. ; 21 cm.

Contents:

A matter of perspective -- How dyslexic brains differ -- M-strengths : material reasoning -- I-strengths : interconnected reasoning -- N-strengths : narrative reasoning -- D-strengths : dynamic reasoning -- Putting the dyslexic advantage to use.

Subject Term:

Dyslexia.

Dyslexia -- Psychological aspects.

Added Author:

Eide, Fernette, 1961-

Summary:

"In this revolutionary book, the Eides use new brain science and their expertise in neurology and learning disorders to explain how individuals with dyslexia not only perceive the written word differently but also conceive space more intuitively, see connections between unrelated objects, and are able to make great leaps creatively that others simply miss. Presenting a variety of case studies and true stories to support the science, The Dyslexic Advantage demonstrates that each individual with dyslexia is unique and faces specific challenges while, at the same time, possesses remarkable talent and ability. Carefully explaining how four areas dyslexics excel in appear in the activities of children and adults, the Eides provide useful advice on how to maximize an individual's potential in material reasoning (used by architects and engineers), interconnected reasoning (scientists and designers), narrative reasoning (novelists and lawyers), and dynamic reasoning (economists and entrepreneurs)"--Provided by publisher.

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"A must read for parents, educators, and people with dyslexia." -Gordon F. Sherman, Ph.D., Past-President International Dyslexia Association

Revised and updated edition with groundbreaking scientific insights and eighteen new profiles of individuals with dyslexia forthcoming in February 2023: https://bit.ly/DArevised

Did you know that many successful architects, lawyers, engineers--even bestselling novelists--had difficulties learning to read and write as children? In this groundbreaking book, Brock and Fernette Eide explain how 20% of people--individuals with dyslexia--share a unique learning style that can create advantages in a classroom, at a job, or at home. Using their combined expertise in neurology and education, the authors show how these individuals not only perceive the written word differently but may also excel at spatial reasoning, see insightful connections that others simply miss, understand the world in stories, and display amazing creativity. Blending personal stories with hard science, The Dyslexic Advantage provides invaluable advice on how parents, educators, and individuals with dyslexia can recognize and use the strengths of the dyslexic learning style in: material reasoning (used by architects and engineers); interconnected reasoning (scientists and designers), narrative reasoning (novelists and lawyers); and dynamic reasoning (economists and entrepreneurs.)

With prescriptive advice and inspiring testimonials, this paradigm-shifting book proves that dyslexia doesn't have to be a detriment, but can often become an asset for success.

Author Notes

Brock L. Eide , M.D., M.A., and Fernette Eide , M.D., have an internationally respected and popular private practice based in Seattle, Washington, where they live with their children.

Reviews (3)

Publisher's Weekly Review

We've been thinking about dyslexia all wrong, say the Eides, two prominent learning disabilities experts. They argue that the reading disorder isn't just about barriers to learning but about the advantages a dyslexic brain can provide; they offer a new theory of how dyslexic brains process information. Along with some highly accomplished people with dyslexia-like computer pioneer Bill Hewlett, Beatle John Lennon, businessman Charles Schwab, and writer Anne Rice-the Eides explore the lives of ordinary people who've found their different brains took them in extraordinary directions, citing one family of father, daughter, and grandson who all had dyslexia that allowed them to follow their interests in building, design, and invention. The authors carefully dissect the strengths of a dyslexic brain-including spatial reasoning; mechanical ability; better perceptions of analogies, metaphors, and paradoxes; and great recall of personal memories. Here's a practical analysis of a difficult, frustrating disorder that unveils what goes remarkably right as well as what goes wrong. The exploration is encouraging for those hoping to capitalize on their dyslexic advantage, concerned parents, educators, and anyone else interested in how these unique brains work. (Aug.) (c) Copyright PWxyz, LLC. All rights reserved.

Kirkus Review

Groundbreaking theory for the positive potential of dyslexia.Although dyslexia is often perceived as a barrier to reading, learning-disabilities experts the Eides (Visual Spelling, 2009, etc.) offer uplifting information about the advantages of the dyslexic brain. The authors contend that successful dyslexics thrive not in spite of their brains but because of its unique chemical components. These, they write, produce many notable abilitiese.g., three-dimensional spatial reasoning; better perception of metaphors, analogies and paradoxes; and strong recall. In addition to prominent people with dyslexiaincluding John Lennon, financial guru Charles Schwab and novelist Anne Ricethe Eides document the achievements of everyday people, like Sarah Andrews, whose dyslexia gave her a powerful 3D-imagery system tailor made for a flourishing career as a geologist. Readers learn that dyslexia is much more than a reading impairment; it is a "different pattern of brain organization and information processing." The book clearly details the strengths and trade-offs of the dyslexic brain, as well as ways to foster its advantages. For example, a child with strong imagery ability is distracted by math problems with superfluous imagery, but educators can learn to present the same math problems to the child in a different way. Of particular note are ideas for thriving in the workplace and a list of careers that are a good fit for people with unique and talented brains.Good advice and encouraging analysis for dyslexics, parents, teachers or anyone interested in the endless possibilities of the mind.]] Copyright Kirkus Reviews, used with permission.

Library Journal Review

The two Seattle physicians who coauthored The Mislabeled Child here set out to frame dyslexia not as a disability but as a condition that offers clear advantages if properly understood. To this end, they share anecdotes from current students as well as adults who are successful in the fields of engineering, art, and business. Focusing on the strengths associated with dyslexia (these include "material reasoning" through working with building toys and "narrative reasoning" through retaining and building complex stories), they advise parents and educators on how to improve reading and writing skills in dyslexic students. The section outlining how dyslexic individuals can succeed in school, college, and the professional world is the strongest. The theme that runs through the entire work is the need to develop self-esteem in this population. With this boost, it is plausible that families struggling with a child's dyslexia will be given the confidence to reach higher and not accept dyslexia as an excuse for underachievement. VERDICT Recommended for public libraries and academic libraries with comprehensive dyslexia collections.-Corey Seeman, Univ. of Michigan, Ann Arbor (c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

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