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Tips and Hacks for Dyslexia and ADHD Frustration ✨

Stress, anger, and frustration techniques for kids and adults

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In this edition, you will find the following resourceful topics:

  • Blog of the week: How to Deal with Dyslexia Frustration

  • Spotlight: Jennifer B

  • Poll: Which of these strategies help with dyslexia and ADHD frustration the most?

  • Tools & Tips: Helper Bird

  • Featured Videos:

    • For Professionals: ADHD and Anger: Why You Struggle to Control It?

    • For Parents: Anger Management Techniques for Kids

  • Podcast: 5 Ways to Lower Stress For Those With Dyslexia

How to Deal with Dyslexia Frustration

Why read me: 

We know how frustrating it can be to deal with Dyslexia. The constant struggle with reading and writing feels like the words are mixed up, and nothing makes sense. Consider this entry a friend reaching out to offer you explanations, tips, and tricks to manage Dyslexia.

Tip Box:

Use coloured overlays. A simple tinted sheet can make those jumbled letters snap into focus.

Jennifer B’s Take On Autism and Dyslexia

In the latest episode of the Lexic Minds podcast, Jennifer B. offers a deep dive into navigating ADHD and autism in adulthood. She shares her personal experiences with late diagnosis, the impact of sensory-friendly environments, and practical strategies for managing daily life and work challenges.

Jennifer discusses with us the value of neurodivergent thinking styles and the importance of using tools like visual schedules and time management apps. Our conversation explores how creating supportive community networks and utilizing AI can transform personal and professional experiences.

This episode has the purpose to encourage and support anyone dealing with ADHD and autism.

Join us weekly for more empowering stories and practical advice from the neurodiversity community.

Session Highlights

  • How Diagnosis and Support Has Changed in Years: "I will have to say that nowadays is a lot better than it was in the 70s and 80s"

  • Getting a Diagnosis as an Adult: "It was a huge relief it was like you know 100 pounds off my shoulders I finally knew who I was and why I did everything"

  • Personal Daily Life Hacks for ADHD: "I've always pated things I instead of saying exactly how much time it's going to take me I add in extra time"

  • ADHD and Autism Strengths at Work: "I live and breathe trying new things and and experimenting"

  • How Neurodivergent People Need Support at Work: "I think neurodivergent people have probably been told they don't do something well probably 10 to 20 times more than neurotypical folks"

Check out the full session on YouTube and Spotify!

We have the mission to spread our community’s knowledge and awareness to help you in your very own journey.

Weekly Poll

Which of these strategies help with dyslexia and ADHD frustration the most?

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Take Your Tea In Your Favorite Cup 💕

One way to relax is taking your preferred chamomile, lavender, or valerian. This moment can help you regroup and gather the energy to tackle any obstacles in your next task.

Drink it in your favorite cup. Show your brilliance. Which is your favorite? ⬇️

Or for your morning coffee fuel.

A cup to make a statement.

Tools and Tips

Helper Bird

This week we bring you an accessibility software for dyslexia. What is it? It provides personalized support for browsing, reading, and writing on the web. Helper Bird includes writing support, reading aid, text-to-speech, translation tools, and even immersive reader.

It comprehends a full kit for you to shine at work, at school, or anytime!

Pros

  • Long Shift Assistance: If you work long hours on the computer, its multiple tools with help with any task.

  • Social Media: Staying away from written posts? Helper Bird’s name is for a reason.

Cons

  • Short Saving Time: Users have reported the software does not save information for long.

  • Customer Service: Reported lack of landlines for support.

For Parents
Anger Management Techniques for Kids

For Professionals
ADHD and Anger: Why You Struggle to Control It?

Podcast

Mind Bites

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