Developmental Dyslexia is a neurodevelopmental condition which is characterized by difficulties in accurate and fluent reading and writing and is one of the most frequently diagnosed developmental disorders. A considerable body of research has attempted to explore dyslexia’s causes and characteristics. Phonological awareness processing deficits have been identified as a core feature, however dyslexia remains a complex and heterogeneous condition that continues to generate scientific debates. The seminar provides an overview of dyslexia as a neurodevelopmental disorder, focusing on the cognitive mechanisms that underlie reading and writing difficulties. Key processes, interventions and factors such as phonological awareness, working memory, rapid automatized naming and emotions are examined in relation to literacy development.
