Ruthie E. Knight, Michaela J. Ritter, Diane F. Loeb
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Abstract
The purpose of this narrative review was to examine the linguistic and classroom strategies used by young adults with dyslexia. Studies investigating evidence about university students’ use of strategies were compiled from four databases, including Academic Search Complete, APA PyscINFO, Education Research Complete, and Medline. Among the 117 articles identified, 15 studies were ultimately reviewed. The articles were summarized concerning the participant demographics, sample size, design of the study, methods, and the primary outcomes. The findings suggest that adults acquire strategies to help cope with their reading challenges to improve overall academic performance. Building a compensatory reading system using intact language abilities allows adults with dyslexia to perform at the same level as skilled readers. The importance of recognizing the emotional characteristics that may accompany a lifelong condition like dyslexia is emphasized, suggesting collaboration with healthcare professionals for comprehensive guidance.
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Articles for Communication Disorders Quarterly (CDQ) are accepted for review on a continual basis. The editor of CDQ welcomes submissions of previously unpublished applied and clinical research relating to typical and atypical communication across the lifespan. This includes assessment of and interventions for communicative disorders in infants, toddlers, young children, school-age children, youth, and adults. The readers of CDQ represent a breadth of viewpoints and professional interests, which is also reflected in the diversity of interests and expertise of the editorial board members. The journal is particularly of interest to speech–language pathologists and teachers of the deaf and hard of hearing. CDQ uses a masked peer review process for submissions.