- The definition of dyslexia has been updated for the first time in over two decades to improve how schools and policymakers identify and support individuals with the learning disorder.
- Published in the journal Annals of Dyslexia, the revised definition removes the reliance on standardised IQ tests, which previously excluded many children from receiving help.
- The update advocates for earlier diagnosis and support, moving away from previous advice to wait until a child reached the second or third grade.
- Researchers have removed references to brain-based causes to reduce stigma and incorporated findings from non-Western European languages, including Chinese and Arabic.
- Experts emphasise that the updated definition should be viewed as a living document that will continue to evolve alongside future scientific research.
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