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Manifestations of Resilience: an Autobiographical Analysis of a Dyslexic

Abstract

Jonathan Peter Beckett

This article is an autobiographical study that relates my experiences, particularly my educational experiences, of living with dyslexia with the aim of elucidating its impact on the development of my selfhood. Examination of problems associated with dyslexia and evaluation on how my own experiences correlate to, or are disparate from, current knowledge about this specific learning difficulty (SpLD). The correlation between extreme stress, acting in a way to mask difficulties and depression is made as a negative impact upon selfhood.

This work makes an original contribution to knowledge as it is the study of the unique experiences of an individual and how dyslexia impacts upon his life. A single case can have considerable general illuminative utility. As such, the article is a link with others experiencing dyslexia, and therefore may help to inform them about ways to manage and cope with their SpLD in order to succeed in life. This autobiography may also be useful for those dealing with dyslexic individuals, such as parents and teachers, as they reflect on how they can support those in their care.