People with Dyslexia may experience problems some of the following areas: (1) memory problems, (2) difficulty with perception, (3) challenges in abstract reasoning, (4) concentration problems, (5) difficulty with social situations, (6) poor academic performance, (7) challenges to fine motor skills such as hand-eye coordination, and (8) underachieving performance.
People with Dyslexia are often misunderstood, sometimes the general public view them as simple, lazy or unmotivated. The individual with Dyslexia draws on the moral support of family and friends. Some benefit from some type of learning assistance.
The Dyslexics of the world have more difficult times learning than the average person. Therefore it is of utmost importance that they have help knowing they aren't alone in the world. This disorder can cause a person to feel totally isolated. They will need help and support at home, work and school.
Now that Dyslexia is understood more fully than at any time in history, there are educational helps for those who need it. Dyslexics have a hard time reading and writing, but shouldn't give up trying to learn. There are tools available to help them have an easier time. They can ask others to write something down for them. They can also ask them to repeat directions or read them aloud. When they are word processing, they have the handy spellchecker tool, which will also help with grammar.
There are many support organizations available for those that suffer from Dyslexia. These organizations offer support and an opportunity to associate with people that experience the same learning disability. A person with Dyslexia needs to feel that they are not alone and that they can achieve the same goals as the people without Dyslexia -- they can, it just take them longer to get there. Instructors and educators need to be aware that a person suffering from Dyslexia so they make accommodations, such as letting the student take longer during exam time, or having assistance with reading and writing responses to questions.