ADHD and Dyslexia
Similarities, Differences, and Treatment Implications
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Dyslexia are separate conditions that often occur together in the same person. In fact, it is estimated that about 50-60% of people with ADHD will also have a learning disorder, the most common of which is Dyslexia. ADHD is characterized by inattention, distractibility, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. Dyslexia is a language-based learning disability characterized by difficulties with accurate and fluent word recognition, spelling, and reading decoding. Although the two share some common traits, they are distinctly different. Proper assessment to identify both conditions is critical. In this program, we will discuss both these diagnoses, the symptoms they both may have in common, and the ways in which they differ. We will also discuss treatment implications if both conditions are present.
Objectives of this webinar include:
- Describing the key signs/traits of ADHD and Dyslexia
- Identifying the differences between ADHD and Dyslexia
- Highlight the ways in which children with both conditions will differ from those with just one or the other
- Identifying key treatment strategies for children with co-occurring ADHD and Dyslexia
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Dr. Cheryl Chase, Ph.D.
, Presenter
Dr. Cheryl Chase, Ph.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist in private practice in Independence, a suburb of Cleveland, Ohio. She specializes in the diagnostic and neuropsychological assessment of various conditions impacting children, adolescents, and young adults including ADHD, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Learning Disorders, and emotional concerns. In addition to her clinical
practice, Dr. Chase is also an accomplished speaker at the local and national levels, leading workshops on such timely topics as executive functioning, differentiated instruction, and creative ways to support those who struggle in school. Finally, Dr. Chase serves as an adjunct instructor at several colleges in the Cleveland area. She is an active member of the International Dyslexia Association, the American Psychological Association, and the Learning Disabilities Association of America. For more information, please visit ChasingYourPotential.com or Dr. Chase’s Linkedin page.