There are a number of misconceptions about dyslexia. In this video, we debunk 10 of them with hard facts . Myth #4 is that “kids with dyslexia aren’t smart.” The fact is kids with dyslexia are just as smart as their peers. Dyslexia has nothing to do with intelligence. It is a common learning issue that makes it hard to learn to read fluently. However, that doesn’t mean people with dyslexia can’t be successful. Many people who have struggled with dyslexia have gone on to have successful careers. Famous people like CEO Daymond John, actor Salma Hayek and Nobel laureate Carol Greider are a few. Watch the video to hear the truth behind myths about dyslexia. Helpful links: 7 Common Myths About Dyslexia https://www.understood.org/en/learning-attention-issues/child-learning-disabilities/dyslexia/common-myths-about-dyslexia-reading-issues?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=optimize&utm_campaign=dyslexiamyths_test026 Dyslexia Fact Sheet https://www.understood.org/en/learning-attention-issues/chi