“Dyslexia is a specific learning disability that is neurobiological in origin. It is characterized by difficulties with accurate and/or fluent word recognition and by poor spelling and decoding abilities. These difficulties typically result from a deficit in the phonological component of language that is often unexpected in relation to other cognitive abilities and the provision of effective classroom instruction. Secondary consequences may include problems in reading comprehension and reduced reading experience that can impede growth of vocabulary and background knowledge.”
Adopted by the IDA Board of Directors, Nov. 12, 2002. Many state education codes, including New Jersey, Ohio and Utah, have adopted this definition. Learn more about how consensus was reached on this definition: Definition Consensus Project.
The International Dyslexia Association is a non-profit and advocacy organization devoted to issues surrounding dyslexia. The International Dyslexia Association serves individuals with dyslexia, their families, and professionals in the field. It has 9,000 members and it operates with more than 40 branches throughout the United States and Canada, and has global partners in twenty-one countries. IDA has an all-volunteer Board of Directors.
The IDA provides information about dyslexia, publishes a peer-reviewed scientific journal (Annals of Dyslexia), publishes newsletter updates to members, provides referral services to individuals and professionals; advocates for the rights of individuals with dyslexia through the legal and Federal legislative systems.
Lindsay Lopez is recognized as a professional member of the International Dyslexia Association and is associated with the Florida branch as a qualified professional to provide specialized services to individuals in our area.
