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r/Dyslexia•
halkeye

Worth getting diagnosed as an adult?

I'm now 33 (I think). A couple of years ago my mom mentioned that I was diagnosed with a math based learning disability. A large number of the listed symptoms for dyscaclia affect me so I'm pretty sure that's it.

Is it really just for peace of mind? Are there solutions or treatments for dyslexia?

I've always been an avid reader so I figured there's no way I could have it but I've started to realize that the media has been portraying it wrong, and just like my ADHD and anxiety/depression that there are spectrums and not everyone has every symptom.

Thanks

Posted Mar 4, 2016, 5:46 AM UTC

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lsmith946•

I wouldn't say there are solutions or treatments. If you are struggling with something in particular then a diagnosis can help you to access support, which can then help you to develop coping strategies.

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starlit_moon•

I have it. Technically, I have a poor reading skill, according to some test I took. But that's just a piece of paper. I read hundreds of books a year and I have written novels, articles, and short stories. You can have it and still be a good writer and avid reader. There are no treatments but there are things you can do to help yourself struggle less like get a pair of glasses. I never thought I had dyslexia because when I read words do not flash or move around for me. But I do. It's easy to live with. The hardest part is when other people find out because sometimes they treat you like you are retarded. I think it is worth finding out if you do have it but keep it under your hat and don't let others find out.

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halkeyeOP•

I spent my entire childhood being told I need to keep my ADD secret, not tell anyone. I hated keeping secrets from everyone.

That being said, after the other response here and talking to my doctor, it sounds like getting an official diagnosis as an adult isn't really worth it, and much harder as you already have developed your own work arounds (said doctor).

I may persue it again in the future though

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starlit_moon•

I can understand you not wanting to keep secrets. I used to be the same. I wasn't ashamed. I was very honest. But then I started working with people who were determined to treat me different from everyone else and it is soul crushing. I just want to be normal. I am hesitant now to tell anyone ever again about my disabilities.

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