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Dyslexia: Insights into the Hidden Disability In and Out of the Workplace
By Dr Shae Wissell
A powerful and practical guide for understanding adult dyslexia in today’s world.
This groundbreaking book is the first in Australia to focus on the lived experiences of adults with dyslexia, both in and out of the workplace. Written by Dr Shae Wissell, a leading dyslexia advocate, researcher, and adult with dyslexia herself, this book blends personal stories with research-backed insights to uncover the real impact of this hidden disability.
You’ll discover:
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- The journey into adulthood, including accessing diagnosis challenges, educational trauma, protective factors such as family and social connections and the financial inconsistencies between neurodevelopmetnal differences
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The challenges adults with dyslexia face at work and in everyday life
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The mental health toll of stigma, misdiagnosis, and lack of support
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The untapped strengths and talents of dyslexic individuals
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Practical strategies for creating more inclusive workplaces and communities
Whether you’re an adult with dyslexia, an employer, educator, or ally, this book is a must-read for anyone ready to reframe how we understand and support neurodivergence.
Available in eBook and print. Order your copy today and join the movement for change.
A huge thank you to all participants who openly shared their stories and entrusted me to share them through our research and this book and to my supervisors Tanya A. Serry, PhD, Leila Karimi Judith Hudson and Lisa Furlong for supporting my research.
In this video, Shae shares her personal journey into becoming an author, offering a candid look at the experiences that inspired her to write this groundbreaking book. She discusses the challenges she faced as an adult with dyslexia, the insights gained through years of research and lived experience, and her deep commitment to creating a resource that amplifies the voices of neurodivergent individuals. Viewers will gain a deeper understanding of the book’s origins, its unique perspective, and why this work is so important for changing the conversation around dyslexia in adulthood.
This week our director DrShae Marie Wissell had a fantastic conversation with Karen Weaver, my publisher, about my book Dyslexia: Insights into the Hidden Disability in and out of the Workplace, which recently became a #1 bestseller on Amazon. You can purchase your ebook or hard copy now. I hope you enjoy this conversation. Karen Weaver Author KMD Books.
In this video, Melanie Greenhalgh, a dedicated Neuro Change Coach, community leader, and the visionary founder of Collective Wisdom Coaching and Consulting, shares her valuable insights on the importance of obtaining your copy of Dyslexia: Insights into the hidden disability in and Out of the Workplace by Dr Shae Marie Wissell. This book is a crucial resource for understanding dyslexia and its impact in various environments. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your knowledge and awareness.