Still wondering if Dyslexia Therapy of Pittsburgh can help your child? Take this Quiz to see if your child should be evaluated by our staff.

This quiz is the first step to getting your child on their way to an individualized plan for success. Once you believe your child needs support, contact us to schedule a Comprehensive Evaluation individualized for your child.

Online Test for Dyslexia and Related Difficulties

Does your child have difficulty reading, or are they struggling with the letter sounds or orientation?

Does your child have low interest in reading?

Does your child have difficulty with handwriting, forming letters, or getting words on a writing line?

Does you child have difficulty forming letters correctly, even if they are only in Kindergarten?

Does your child pay attention when they need to, outside of screen-time tasks?

Does your child finish tasks?

Does your child spell well?

Can your child sequence letters to spell words, or follow sequenced directions?

Is your child more anxious than you think is healthy?

Is your child emotionally sensitive to a point that stops them from engaging in activities that should be fun?

Are math facts a struggle?

Can your child sequence numbers to 100?

Do you find yourself concerned that your child is not able to keep up with peers?

Does your child have trouble with fine motor tasks such as holding a pencil or buttoning small buttons?

Are sports or coordination tasks difficult? (riding a bike, skipping, or clumsy behavior)

Can your child consistently tell his right from his left hand?

Does your child dislike touching certain textures, such as glue or play-dough, and ask to wash their hands soon after touching such textures?

Does your child child eat only certain foods and resist certain other foods?

Do you need to remind your child to mind personal space when playing with other kids?

Does your child seems overly sensitive to sounds or textures?

Does your child seem sensitive to food textures?

Does your child often report having stomach aches?

Dyslexia and Related Difficulties Test Scoring:

0-1 None or minimal problems. This child is doing well.

2-10 This child should be evaluated at Dyslexia Therapy of Pittsburgh. You should also let your pediatrician know about the difficulties your child is facing as soon as you can.

More than 10: Your child is struggling and it could be effecting their confidence and personal development. You should have them evaluated at Dyslexia Therapy of Pittsburgh and also let you pediatrician know what your child is experiencing.

If any of these statements sound familiar, you have come to the right place in Pittsburgh.  We love to help kids grow developmentally and learn, and we have a comprehensive plan, tools and media to help them to achieve their goals.

Remember, you are the parent and you are the best person to determine if your child needs help. Your doctor may provided support, your child’s school can help, but remember your gut instinct is most important. If you feel there is a problem, then there probably is. The good news, is Dyslexia Therapy of Pittsburgh can help.

**This online assessment is not a diagnostic tool. It is intended to help parents start to think about their child’s needs and getting them the help they need. All difficulties should be brought up with the child’s physician as soon as possible. It is recommended that they contact the Dyslexia Center of Pittsburgh as well.