The Dyslexia-Emotional Dyad: Implications for Diagnosis and Treatment

Abstract

Extensive experience with dyslexic children indicates that developmental language problems and emotional problems represent a dyad rather than a dichotomy. An attempt is made to place this complex and extensive problem into meaningful perspective. When accurate diagnosis and carefully formulated treatment plans are effectively blended, success in helping these often hapless children is greatly enhanced. Some important guidelines, derived from clinical experiences, are indicated to be valuable in understanding and helping patients with these multi-faceted problems.