Every child with a significant reading problem such as dyslexia also has a spelling problem. However, specific spelling disorder can occur in children who do not experience a reading problem. People with specific spelling disorder are usually able to spell phonetically, by making words “look” the way they “sound.” Although these children are unable to spell correctly, the mistakes are usually readable from a communications viewpoint. This type of condition may be related to certain specific automation capacities of the brain. Identification of this problem leads to a specific type of remediation.

If you have any questions about learning disabilities or their evaluation, please email Dr. Koziol. You may call him at (847) 686-3643. Leave your message on the confidential voice mail system and your call will be answered as soon as possible.

You may also write to:

Leonard F. Koziol, Psy. D.
3800 N. Wilke Road
Suite 160
Arlington Heights, IL 60004

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