to the Massachusetts Branch of The International Dyslexia Association (MABIDA). The International Dyslexia Association provides a forum where parents, educators, individuals with dyslexia and researchers share their knowledge about a disorder that affects up to 20 percent of the United States population. MABIDA provides parent roundtables, professional education seminars and other resources to increase public awareness and remediation of dyslexia.

Dyslexia Research

Online Survey for Adults with Dyslexia

The School of Social Work, College of Human Ecology, East Carolina University, is seeking adults 21 years or older whith Self-identified diagnosed dyslexia. The purpose of the research is to bring validation to the experiences of adults with dyslexia and to identify their pathways to living a successful and satisfying life.     Go to Survey

An Investigation of the Brain Basis of Reading Ability

Gabrieli Lab, MIT is conducting a study to investigate the brain basis of reading ability across all levels of competency. The lab is seeking subjects age 4-35 who are native English speakers and read at any level. Subjects must have no non-removable metal in body (i.e., braces), and must not be claustrophobic.     Study Information

Genes, Reading, and Dyslexia

The Center for Reading and Language Research at Tufts University is conducting a study of Genes, Reading, and Dyslexia and is seeking healthy children of African-American or Latino-American descent, 10-15 years of age, who have experienced reading difficulties and/or have a diagnosis of dyslexia.    Study Information

Reading Disability & Genetics Study

Yale University Child Study Center is studying the genetic risk factors for developing reading difficulties in children. They seek children in the 2nd through 10th grade age range who have a history of significant reading difficulty. They are also enrolling these children’s siblings and parents.
Study Information

Identifying Dyslexia: How to Recognize Early Signs and help Your Child

An interview with Pamela Hook, MABIDA President in Boston Parents Paper, March 2009
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