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The Big Picture: Rethinking Dyslexia

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Though up to 20% of students are dyslexic, many pass through school unidentified, misunderstood and performing below their potential. Paradoxically, these disorders are often found in highly intelligent, creative minds, and can also be seen as a gift, because many people with dyslexia naturally think outside the box and see the big picture, finding alternative solutions to problems that others might not see.

movie

Status: Released

Released Date: 2012-10-29

Runtime: 60 mins

Director: James Redford

Spoken language: English

Genres: Documentary

Original title: The Big Picture: Rethinking Dyslexia

Production Companies: HBO Documentary Films, HBO, KPJR Films, Shadow Creek Films

Production Countries: United States of America

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