Issue 31: The Dystinct Journey of Craig Startin Members Public

Craig Startin reflects on growing up with undiagnosed dyslexia, the challenges that shaped him and how finding his creative outlet led to a successful career as a tattoo artist.

Zahra Nawaz
Zahra Nawaz
Dystinct Journey

Issue 31: Bringing Learning to Life Through Research-Informed Stories | Dr Dominic Petronzi & Rebecca Petronzi Members Public

Dr Dominic and Rebecca introduce the Learning through Evidence-informed Narrative Storybooks (LENS) approach, demonstrating how research can be transformed into engaging, accessible storybooks that help children explore complex topics through narrative, discussion, and practical activities.

Dominic Petronzi Rebecca Petronzi
Evidence Matters

Issue 31: Dyslexic Burnout: An Occupational Therapist Perspective | Stephanie Members Public

Occupational Therapist Stephanie explores dyslexic burnout through an occupational therapy lens, explaining why it occurs, how it affects everyday life and practical ways to reduce its impact.

Stephanie
Stephanie
Evidence Matters

Issue 31: My Journey with Dyslexia: How lived experience shaped my work as an Occupational Therapist | Stephanie Members Public

Occupational Therapist Stephanie shares her journey with dyslexia and how it shaped the therapist she is today.

Stephanie
Stephanie
First Person

Issue 31: Grade Retention and Reading Difficulties | David P. Hurford & Alex C. Fender Members Public

Dr David P. Hurford and Alex C. Fender examine the evidence behind grade retention, explaining why it often does more harm than good. They argue that early identification, Structured Literacy and timely intervention offer a far more effective path to reading success.

David P. Hurford Alex Fender
Evidence Matters

Navigating Life with Disabilities in Canada: Rights, Support, and Everyday Realities | Jenna Miller Members Public

An introductory guide to understanding disability rights, workplace accommodations, financial supports, and everyday challenges faced by individuals and families living with disabilities in Canada.

Jenna Miller
Blog

Issue 30: April 2026 Dystinct Magazine Members Public

Dystinct Magazine's 30th issue: April 2026 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.

Zahra Nawaz
Zahra Nawaz

Issue 30: The Dystinct Journey of Dan Savage Members Public

Dan Savage shares how growing up with dyslexia and ADHD left him feeling overlooked and limited, but through sport, support, and self-belief, he is now retraining as an Occupational Therapist, determined to use his journey to help others see their potential.

Dan Savage Zahra Nawaz
Dan Savage / Zahra Nawaz
Dystinct Journey