Dyslexia. Is the Devil as Black as He is Painted?

Abstract

The article contains a review of research concerning the awareness of the phenomenon of dyslexia in Poland. It presents basic information about dyslexia which every teacher should have knowledge of (concept, symptoms, diagnosis, therapeutic aid system). It focuses on current problems and barriers associated with this disorder. The article also emphasises the need for positive changes in views, public opinions concerning this phenomenon and in attitudes towards dyslexia.

Keywords

• pojęcie dysleksji, symptomy i diagnozowanie, system pomocy terapeutycznej, społeczna świadomość zjawiska dysleksji