Before we expect people to alter their perceptions, they need to understand what it is. Dyslexia is a learning disorder linked to those who have difficulty reading. Although it seems rather simple, dyslexia is extremely difficult to identify because it is not defined by one specific thing. Furthermore, it includes a wide range of difficulties such as: difficulty spelling words, speed reading, writing words, “sounding words” in the head, pronunciation and comprehension. Next, we need to address the many misconceptions associated with dyslexia. Many people believe that having a learning disability is an illness. This is completely false, dyslexia is not a disease and therefore there is no magic pill that can cure it. In reality, there is no cure and it cannot be overcome. According to Viaggio, dyslexia “is a lifelong problem”. However, it is manageable with assistance and resources, those with dyslexia can continue to keep up and maintain their academic level in