Dyslexia study
rThe University of Canterbury wants to hear from adults who suffer from dyslexia, a reading disability. Dr Jeanne Apeldoorn, of !. the university’s psychology i department, has been asked by the Cook Islands Government to devise a test to measure the severity of the disorder in children. To formulate the test Dr
Apeldoorn needs to work with adults who suffer from the disability. The test would be used on pre-literate children to help determine which were prone to dyslexia. Dr Apeldoorn said several tests already existed but a better test was needed by the Cook' Islands which could be used with children.
Adults, who volunteer to ‘ take part in the study would i need to be involved for only i a few hours. They would also f have the opportunity to take ; part in a programme to help them overcome the disorder. •’ Those willing to take part should get in touch with Dr ; Apeldoorn’s assistant, Mrs • Eve Pack, at the university’s < psychology department.
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Press, 29 March 1982, Page 6
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