The ‘Myth' of Dyslexia debate.

From the beginning of this spurious debate the BDA has vigorously defended the reality of dyslexia.

We have been overwhelmed by the prompt and forthright support from academics, from our membership and from members of the public. Individuals from all levels of the dyslexia community have phoned, emailed, written to national newspapers and spoken on national and local radio and it has been heartwarming to have such consensus support.

However, we are very aware that there are many people who have been extremely distressed and frustrated at the disparaging language used in regard to dyslexia – a condition with which they have lived and of which they have daily proof. We are, of course, very sympathetic and emphasise that, even when not in the public eye in the news, on TV and radio, the BDA continues to be responsive to all issues concerning dyslexia.

The BDA calls itself the Voice of Dyslexia. Under a new constitution it is now possible for individuals to join the BDA as members to help make that voice louder, to respond to debate, to lobby government, and to feel part of the wider dyslexia community.

BDA’s Chief Executive is in continuous contact with the producer of the Channel Four programme looking for an opportunity for a televised public debate. We hope that this will take place some time in the near future.

Thank you for your support. Please keep visiting the BDA website for updates.

Susan Tresman
BDA Chief Executive
15 September 2005.