Dr Sharon Saw, Singapore

My son was almost 10 years old when I finally figured out that he wasn't 'growing out' of not being able to spell. He couldn't spell, understand phonics, multiplication tables, he could read, but not necessarily with comprehension. He was frustrated and no matter how hard he tried we could not figure out how to get him to spell.

My son attended the Davis Dyslexia Correction Program with Constance. He learns how to orientate and understand what cause him to become disorientated. He learn a way to spell that was easy and simple, read with understanding and do his Math and whatever other difficulties he face. During the program my son was very receptive and appeared relaxed and more confident in his abilities. I think understanding that he is not 'stupid' and that he can do things in his own way was a great boost to him. Since attending the program, his spelling, reading and comprehension have improved. He will never be perfect, but there is a significant improvement. He now willingly will read a novel or newspaper, something he would fiercely avoid before. His Math has also improved by working things out his own way.

I took a chance and I am happy with the outcome. Most important to me is that my son now understands his disability, shows none of the earlier frustrations and has shown no resistance to learning, and now appears to enjoy it. I gave my son a chance and neither of us have any regrets.

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