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Title: Insights from a Web‐based survey into the psychosocial experiences of adults with dyslexia: Findings from a final comment question.
Authors: Nalavany, Blace A., Kennedy, Reeve, Lee, Mi Hwa, Carawan, Lena W., Knight, Sharon M.
Source: Dyslexia (10769242). Nov2023, Vol. 29 Issue 4, p441-458. 18p.
Subjects: Dyslexia, Adults, Emotional experience, Psychological adaptation, Family support, Self-esteem, Mental depression, Thematic analysis
Abstract: Not seemingly measuring up to Western societies' educational and occupational expectations for success, adults with dyslexia are at risk for discrimination, humiliation, low self‐esteem, low self‐efficacy, depression, and anxiety. We analysed 113 responses to the final comment question that was incorporated at the end of a quantitative survey on the socioemotional experiences of adults with dyslexia. The final comment question was not intended for conveying personal experiences, yet the final comment responses were personal, in‐depth, and substantive – indicators of quality recommended in survey research. Thematic analysis was used to analyse the data and develop themes. One overarching theme was yearnings for understanding and acceptance. Its associated subthemes included (1) "This stuff is torture", (2) "Thank God I'm not normal, (3) educational experience, (4) coping strategies, (5) family support, and (6) generational dyslexia. This study contributes to the small but growing body of literature on the socioemotional experiences of adults with dyslexia. Among the implications for practice, policy and research, a larger challenge at the broader society level that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion for individuals with dyslexia is forefront. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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