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Learn about the tests and diagnosis process in a dyslexia evaluation with Dr. Matthew M. Cruger, a clinical psychologist.

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1.0M views • Nov 17, 2017

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What types of tests are in a dyslexia evaluation? How is dyslexia diagnosed? Get an inside look as Matthew M. Cruger, PhD, a clinical psychologist and senior director of the Learning and Development Center at the Child Mind Institute, evaluates a child for learning and thinking differences. See the dyslexia tests he uses. Hear him explain how these dyslexia tests fit into the overall dyslexia evaluation process.
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The tests in this video were developed by the Child Mind Institute and protected by copyright. “Clothing,” “Grandma’s Puppy” and “Rhyming Animals” © 2012 Sue Peterson
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Want more information about how to request a dyslexia evaluation at your child’s school? Or how to understand the evaluation results? Visit u.org/evaluations.
Questions about learning and thinking differences? Get answers and expert-vetted resources by asking the AI-powered Understood Assistant:
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The tests in this video were developed by the Child Mind Institute and protected by copyright. “Clothing,” “Grandma’s Puppy” and “Rhyming Animals” © 2012 Sue Peterson
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Nov 17, 2017
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