HOUSTON — One learning disability can put the brakes on all learning because it impacts the ability to read—something every subject relies on. It's called dyslexia. While a paragraph might look normal to you, it can appear jumbled or cut off for someone who is dyslexic.
Having dyslexia doesn't mean you can't excel academically or become successful. Celebrities like Tom Cruise, Octavia Spencer, Anderson Cooper, and Magic Johnson are all dyslexic. The difference between success and falling through the cracks often depends on support and intervention.
There is also a literacy crisis upon us: one-third of adults in Houston struggle with functional literacy. That's where the Neuhaus Education Center comes in. Dr. Tracy Weeden joined Great Day Houston to discuss how the center is making a difference for people of all ages—both academically and emotionally. For more information on the Neuhaus Education Center, click here!