Episode 10: The Learning Disability You've Never Heard Of: Unmasking Dysgraphia with Cheri Dotterer

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In This Episode:

Parents, educators, struggling students, and those striving for understanding, here's a pressing issue knocking at the door of 1/3 of our population: dysgraphia. It's not just about untidy handwriting; it's a genuine learning disability that has ramifications far beyond the page. Expert Cheri Dotterer courageously unpacks her journey, granting us an authentic look into the lives of those with dysgraphia, which affects punctuation, capitalization, sentence structure, paragraph organization, clarity, omission of letters, vowel/consonant substitutions, and even math.

 In an era of digital communication, it's easy to overlook the essential skill of writing and the challenges many face in mastering it. Do you or your child have any of the following issues?

• Dodging handwriting tasks.

• An odd grasp on the pencil.

• Letters that look...awkward.

• Frequently broken pencils.

• Struggling with margins and space.

• Hand cramps or noticeable discomfort.

• Fixation on the hand while writing.

• Inconsistently light pencil pressure.

• Challenges with fine motor skills.

• Disorganized thoughts on paper.

• Odd hand or paper positioning.

• Written work that just doesn't align with one's abilities or knowledge.

These symptoms aren’t mere quirks; they’re markers of a deeper challenge. A challenge that demands understanding, empathy, and action.

Here's Your Deep Dive:

• Dysgraphia Exposed: A nuanced exploration beyond the surface.

• The Learning Disability Spectrum: Making sense of dysgraphia amidst dyslexia and dyscalculia.

• Strategies for Success: For every challenge, there's a solution waiting in the wings.

• Tech’s Double-Edged Sword: Its boon and bane for those with dysgraphia.

• Embracing Self-Care: When grappling with challenges, personal well-being is paramount.

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Guest Links: 

https://www.cheridotterer.com/about/

https://thewritingglitch.com/podcast