Dyslexia does that mean you will never get a good job?

Question

i got tested for Dyslexia when i was 12 but never got any help for it now i am 17 went to a job and could not take simple instructions.

Answer 1

1 in 5 people are dyslexic. Dyslexia is NEVER a sign of low intelligence. In fact 99.9 percent of dyslexics are average to above average in intelligence. Of those, many test gifted or superior in intelligence. Dyslexia is not a disease, not a disorder and not a physical or mental disability. People do not HAVE dyslexia, they ARE dyslexic, much like right handed versus left handed. Dyslexia means "difficulty with words". A person who is dyslexic is only "disabled" in that they have difficulty reading, therefore they have difficulty with comprehending written text. Dyslexia has nothing to do with a persons ability to learn or their capacity to learn. They simply must learn "differently" either visually (seeing)or auditory (hearing) . A person can be severely or mildly dyslexic or somewhere in between. Only 5 % of all dyslexic people are ever identified as being such. There is no cure for dyslexia as there is nothing to cure. A person remains dyslexic for life however they need to have the proper tools to help them overcome their difficulties.

You can do ANYTHING! I am disappointed that you have not been given the proper intervention or tools to help you overcome. It is not too late. Please see a advisor at school or speak with your parents. Someone at school should be able to guide you in the right direction.

I know Doctors, Lawyers, Teachers, you name it, all who are dyslexic! Did you know 50% of NASA scientists are dyslexic? Also, there is a very close relationship with dyslexia and ADHD. You really should have further testing. There are also wonderful colleges in the US for people who are dyslexic.

I wish you luck. Please, please always remember that you can do anything! "The Gift of Dyslexic" is a wonderful book and can answer alot of your questions and maybe ease your mind a bit. Good luck.

Answer 2

No, it doesn't mean you will never get a good job.  As most of the posters have stated, you can be dyslexic and be very successful.  

If you are interested in correcting your dyslexia (not curing, it is not a disease) you can learn about a program at this site: http://www.dyslexia.com

Answer 3

No, my banker has it, and well, she deals with money!! and lots of numbers, she finds ways to work with it, like she'll right down numbers so its easier for her to process, you just need to find a way to work around it.

Answer 4

yes you will get a good job, perhaps not high income, but at least 24k, which can support yourself at the edge of poverty.

Plenty of people with dyslexia have good jobs. there are some with professional jobs, others have a job to at least support themselves.

believe it or not, but there are jobs that need not any thinking at all and you'll pass by with good benefits and a decent income. Just don't think about office jobs or any white-collar work.

Answer 5

my dad has i dont know exacly what its called but its basically dyslexia but with numbers and he's a computer buisness planner and buyer meaning he deals with numbers everyday. i have it too but i currently dont work im 21 and doin the whole house wife thing right now and all most jobs where cashier stuff so its possible just relax and let it all soak in when you have to follow directions the more frustrated you get the harder it gets to comprehend it all. and if you're lost ask for help

Answer 6

Don't even entertain that thought.  I have a good friend that is dyslexic, and today he has a doctorate in biochemistry.  At present he is in the field of cancer research.  There are many famous individuals who have or had dyslexia to include.

Thomas Edison

Cher

Walt Disney

General George Patton

Nelson Rockefeller

Pablo Picasso

Hans Christian Anderson

Leonardo da Vinci

Sir Winston Churchill

Alexander Graham Bell

Whoopi Goldberg

Thomas Jefferson

John F. Kennedy

George Washington

The above are just some, however there are many more.  You can control it to an extent, but I'm not the one to ask.  Start with asking the appropriate individuals.  Maybe a medical doctor to start with.  I'm sure (or at least hope), others on this site will be able to direct you to the appropriate agencies who deal with dyslexia.  Best wishes.

Answer 7

well not really .. it can be cured sometimes.. and look at Tom Cruise, he's dyslexic and his job isn't exactly bad considering the money he's making now is it? and besides think about it..Tom Cruise is an actor so he has to memorize scripts and he couldn't even READ  them and he pulled it through... don't be pessimistic about it there's always a way out..

Answer 8

I have Dyslexia, but I have two part time jobs, one as a Youth & Disability support worker, and the other as a sessional teacher.

I was not diagnosed as dyslexic until my daughter was diagnosed, which is why I failed my last year of high school.

Since finding out about my dyslexia, I returned to study, I have had to study very hard, almost to the point of giving up, but with support from the teachers and lecturers, I gained my qualifications as a Youth & Disability support worker.

I am currently studying Diploma of Welfare, which is very hard, but with support from the teachers, and the use of computers, dictionary and a friend who proof reads my assignments I will make it through.

Both of my employees are aware of my having dyslexia, and they still employed me, on my qualifications and skills.

You can be anything you want, you just have to work harder, stay focused on your goal.

Answer 9

you can work through just about anything these days with proper medication, counseling. I have a very good friend who is a very successful RN/First Assist for orthopedic surgery. She has done quite well for herself.

Answer 10

Search for dyslexic employers.

You'll find them by reading their help wanted signs.

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Answer 11

Ok it don't mean your goof ball etc. other things offset the hard reading or etc. d**n smart people in my opinion

Answer 12

No Tom Cruise and i think Bill Gates is (i definately know hes autistc) and they are REALLY sucessful

Answer 13

my  friend has dyslexia and makes about $10,000 a month. He works for himself and never even went to college.  he makes money from a free business.  http://www.yourfreemoneymall.com

Answer 14

You definitely need to get help for it.  Although some people adapt, it sounds like you haven't done so well.  See what you can do for some therapy.  Good luck!

Answer 15

on ti deostn

(can you read that?)

jk im srry i had to do it.

No, not at all.

Answer 16

Wow, 5 years without any help?  Why don't you find the help yourself since your old enough to do that.  I have a daughter with 6 out of 7 forms of dyslexia.  She sought out the help she needed to achieve.  She's 21, in college part time and is an assistan manager at a retail store.  It's up to you to find out more and not wait for someone else to help you.  There is a major amount of info on the net and in the library.  The library has people who can find it for you or you can go do the research yourself.  Get out there and find answers!!  You can achieve anything you put your mind to.  Look for a book on Mary Groda Lewis.  She has dyslexia and is a doctor now.  Good luck!

Answer 17

Not really. I mean, it depends on what you think a good job is. I have a mate who is dyslexic & she recently got her first job in child care.

Have a look on the net for support groups & see if they can point you in a good direction. Never give up on yourself.

Answer 18

There are very successful dyslexics out there. It's never to late to get help and learn tools to not let it defeat you.  One's will and drive determine success.

Answer 19

Maybe?

Answer 20

Dyslexia is a condition that thousands or possibly millions of people in America have. It's something you should have had help with. You can explain it to your boss, and let him/her know that you're a hard worker but cannot read well.