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Issue 24: November 2024 Dystinct Magazine Paid Members Public
Dystinct Magazine's 24th issue: November 2024 covers inspirational stories from children and adults with learning disabilities (dyslexia, dysgraphia, dysgraphia and dyspraxia) and evidence based articles from leading specialists from the field of learning disabilities.
Issue 24: Against All Odds | Dr Jon Durrant Paid Members Public
Dr Jon Durrant reflects on his journey from a discouraging dyslexia diagnosis and tough school years to a thriving career in IT and building his own business, showing how resilience and creativity helped him defy the odds.
Issue 24: Relatable Texts for Teens | Anne Vize Paid Members Public
Drawing on years of teaching experience, Anne Vize highlights the importance of accessible, age-appropriate texts that help teens with learning differences connect with stories and build essential literacy skills.
Issue 24: Beyond The Challenge | Mikaÿla Perrier Paid Members Public
Mikaÿla Perrier shares her journey from early struggles with dyslexia to academic success, using her experiences as a researcher and advocate to write resources for adults with dyslexia, empowering others to view it as a unique way of thinking and learning.
Issue 24: Raising Resilient Kids: A Parent’s Guide to Building Confidence, Empathy, and Grit | Heather Rice Paid Members Public
Heather Rice offers practical ways to help children with learning difficulties build confidence, empathy, and resilience, encouraging parents to support their kids in taking on challenges, learning from mistakes, and valuing growth over perfection.
Issue 24: Dystinct Journey of Preston Rice Paid Members Public
Preston Rice’s journey, fuelled by a deep curiosity for the ocean and his parents’ dedicated advocacy, led him from early learning challenges to a Master Scuba Diver certification and a place at Nova Southeastern University to pursue his passion for marine biology.
Issue 24: Update on Landrie Pringle | Thriving in High School Paid Members Public
An interview with Landrie Pringle: Now a high school junior, she has turned past challenges—including failed STAAR exams—into success, excelling academically with a lowest grade of 97, all while balancing a packed schedule of cheering, sports, and clubs.
Issue 24: From Challenge to Change: How Dyslexia and ADHD Led Me to Help Others | Laura Webb Paid Members Public
Laura Webb reflects on her journey from navigating the challenges of undiagnosed dyslexia and ADHD in her school years to becoming an Educational Therapist dedicated to helping neurodivergent students.
