Author Topic: Possible to become dyslexic/lose spelling ability? (Read 15674 times)

Calum · « **on:** July 22, 2008, 07:48:16 AM »

Lately I've noticed I can't spell as well as I used to, especially on the computer.
I tend to get my letters really muddled up and have to go back and correct it.
Examples that spring to mind are typing sue instead of use, RAM instead of RMA, things like that.
I'm worried in case this is a permanent thing, is it possible to actually become dyslexic rather than be born dyslexic?
It's just so weird because I am a good speller, though I do say so myself, and I don't like suddenly being unable to spell properly.
$:-\$

BC_Programmer · « **Reply #1 on:** July 22, 2008, 09:16:23 AM »

I don't think so- that's happened to me before- I've even forgotten how to spell words like "Milk". Scared the heck out of me for a while, but it passed. I think. There was also this other time, that I temporarily lost the ability to recognize a word as a unit... slowed my reading down for a while.

I'm not sure what causes it- maybe personal stuff or when we have something on our mind?

I don't think dyslexia can be acquired, but who knows.

quaxo · « **Reply #2 on:** July 22, 2008, 09:31:09 AM »

Wow! They found a dyslexia for cure!

Actually, dyslexia can develop through trauma to the left side of the brain, where the language center of the brain resides. However, it doesn't necessarily mean that you may have developed it, so I wouldn't panic or anything.

If you feel it's a serious concern, I'd consult with a doctor about your symptoms, and they do have tests for it, so it might be something you'd want to look into.

Carbon Dudeoxide · « **Reply #3 on:** July 22, 2008, 10:26:02 AM »

This has happened to me before too $:-\$ Don't worry Calum......

patio · « **Reply #4 on:** July 22, 2008, 10:29:21 AM »

Do you have a Vitamin regimen you are currently on ? ?

Ginko Buloba is an herbal supplement that has been shown to help with this...

Calum · « **Reply #5 on:** July 22, 2008, 11:33:51 AM »

I guess I'll give it a few more days and see if it passes.
I find if I think carefully about what I'm typing or writing and do it slowly I don't seem to have a problem, so far this post has been OK where usually there'd be at least 10 mistakes.
I'm not currently taking vitamins of any sort but I am on medication, don't think this is relevant though as I've been on it for, what, two years or so.
If it doesn't pass soon I'll look into Ginko Buloba, thanks.

Note: by typing very slowly I managed to only make one mistake here, which was bene instead of been.

computeruler · « **Reply #6 on:** July 22, 2008, 01:05:04 PM »

i have been speeling motherboard wrong a lot today like motherbaord and computer like cmoputer

Sidewinder · « **Reply #7 on:** July 22, 2008, 01:10:46 PM »

...and don't forget spelling like speeling

computeruler · « **Reply #8 on:** July 22, 2008, 01:38:26 PM »

lol ya

Calum · « **Reply #9 on:** July 22, 2008, 01:47:00 PM »

Quote from: Sidewinder on July 22, 2008, 01:10:46 PM

...and don't forget spelling like speeling

Hehe. I've managed not to do that yet at least.

Carbon Dudeoxide · « **Reply #10 on:** July 22, 2008, 03:41:45 PM »

One of out Malware Speciaialsits will assist you.

Darn, fail...

CBMatt · « **Reply #11 on:** July 22, 2008, 08:47:23 PM »

It really just sounds like you're becoming a bad typist. Ha.

quaxo · « **Reply #12 on:** July 22, 2008, 09:19:47 PM »

You know, since originally reading this thread, I've noticed how many times a day I do the exact same thing.

Calum · « **Reply #13 on:** July 23, 2008, 06:14:45 AM »

Quote from: CBMatt on July 22, 2008, 08:47:23 PM

It really just sounds like you're becoming a bad typist. Ha.

That may be the case, which is what worries me . . . until recently I could type probably 60wpm with almost no errors.
Now I can type at around 20-30 with a few errors, and if I aim for my usual speed I get too many to make it worthwhile typing that fast because I waste so much time correcting the mistakes.

Carbon Dudeoxide · « **Reply #14 on:** July 23, 2008, 11:31:31 AM »

You sure it's not a new keyboard?

quaxo · « **Reply #15 on:** July 23, 2008, 11:53:31 AM »

If you don't mind me asking, Calum, how old are you?

Calum · « **Reply #16 on:** July 23, 2008, 12:26:16 PM »

I'm sure it's not a new keyboard, I've been using this one (well . . . my one, I'm using a different PC right now) for a few months and it's been perfectly fine, that's not a problem.
quaxo - it's in my profile, I don't have a problem with people knowing how old I am. I'm currently 17. Any specific reason?

!~:.Pink Floyd.:~! · « **Reply #17 on:** July 23, 2008, 08:39:27 PM »

The ship was written in dyslexic crown?

quaxo · « **Reply #18 on:** July 24, 2008, 04:41:56 AM »

Quote from: Calum on July 23, 2008, 12:26:16 PM

quaxo - it's in my profile, I don't have a problem with people knowing how old I am. I'm currently 17. Any specific reason?

I thought it might be something age related, but I guess not

street1 (RIP) · « **Reply #19 on:** July 24, 2008, 05:01:44 AM »

I think it is from reading posts from idiots who can't spell,or
use there small brains. Example-->'U R OK COL'

quaxo · « **Reply #20 on:** July 24, 2008, 05:46:22 AM »

Quote from: street1 on July 24, 2008, 05:01:44 AM

I think it is from reading posts from idiots who can't spell,or
use there small brains. Example-->'U R OK COL'

I no wat u mean 2, it makes ma crazy when ppl do stuff like dat.

CBMatt · « **Reply #21 on:** July 24, 2008, 06:51:48 AM »

Quote from: Calum on July 23, 2008, 06:14:45 AM

Quote from: CBMatt on July 22, 2008, 08:47:23 PM
It really just sounds like you're becoming a bad typist. Ha.
That may be the case, which is what worries me . . . until recently I could type probably 60wpm with almost no errors.
Now I can type at around 20-30 with a few errors, and if I aim for my usual speed I get too many to make it worthwhile typing that fast because I waste so much time correcting the mistakes.

Have you considered getting some typing software? It certainly couldn't hurt to take a refresher course.

Calum · « **Reply #22 on:** July 24, 2008, 07:37:30 AM »

I guess it couldn't hurt, not that I don't get enough practice but some more structured exercises might help.
Yesterday I thought it was getting better but I think I was wrong.

quaxo · « **Reply #23 on:** July 24, 2008, 08:42:15 AM »

Search Google, there are lots of good typing tests/practice online for free

BC_Programmer · « **Reply #24 on:** July 24, 2008, 09:04:22 AM »

I just noticed, I can touch type. The problem is, if I ever realize that I am, I suddenly start thinking about it, and I start hitting the wrong keys. It's almost like my cerebellum knows how to change what I'm thinking into the appropriate finger movements to type it, and my cerebrum hasn't got a clue.

I've even managed to set myself to the wrong home position, which resulted in me going to qqq,fiifkw,x instead of www.google.ca

what does this have to do with the topic? Well, I've never used a typing program... but i suppose the copiuos programming I do provides plenty of practice.

patio · « **Reply #25 on:** July 27, 2008, 10:12:38 AM »

So Calum's issue is that he's thinking about it too much.....

Interesting.
And probably actually true.

!~:.Pink Floyd.:~! · « **Reply #26 on:** July 27, 2008, 10:33:33 AM »

Quote from: patio on July 27, 2008, 10:12:38 AM

So Calum's issue is that he's thinking about it too much.....

Interesting.
And probably actually true.

Yes Calum listen to Patio he is an Oracle.

BC_Programmer · « **Reply #27 on:** July 27, 2008, 07:00:23 PM »

Quote from: !~*:.Pink Floyd.:*~! on July 27, 2008, 10:33:33 AM

Yes Calum listen to Patio he is an Oracle.

suck up *cough*

Calum · « **Reply #28 on:** July 28, 2008, 03:36:13 AM »

Quote from: !~*:.Pink Floyd.:*~! on July 27, 2008, 10:33:33 AM

Quote from: patio on July 27, 2008, 10:12:38 AM
So Calum's issue is that he's thinking about it too much.....

Interesting.
And probably actually true.

Yes Calum listen to Patio he is an Oracle.

No, a guru.
Where's that book you were supposed to be writing oh wise one??

Interesting thought actually, I may well have been just thinking too much.
After a few days' break my typing does seem better actually . . . maybe it was stress related or something.

Aegis · « **Reply #29 on:** July 28, 2008, 09:22:25 PM »

I wonder how much of it is being mindful of the task at hand? (I have the same problem, and I sometimes wonder if it isn't because we're multitasking in our minds, and thinking about too many things, and worrying, and trying to do too much at once.) I wonder if this becomes habit after a while, and we kind of sabotage ourselves?

Cal -- in no way am I being critical.

Calum · « **Reply #30 on:** July 29, 2008, 03:14:30 AM »

It could well be that, I have had a fair bit on my mind lately.
Now that I have a little less going on my typing seems to be getting better.
I think you're probably right Aegis.

patio · « **Reply #31 on:** July 30, 2008, 12:36:28 PM »

Either way the Ginko will probably help....try it for a month and add an extra 2 glasses of water to your daily regimen...

Calum · « **Reply #32 on:** July 31, 2008, 03:19:22 AM »

Hmm, when I come back from holiday I'll give this Ginko a try.
Drinking more water is something I am trying to do.

CBMatt · « **Reply #33 on:** August 01, 2008, 02:38:45 AM »

If all else fails, there's always SpongeBob Typing.

street1 (RIP) · « **Reply #34 on:** August 01, 2008, 05:15:15 AM »

Quote from: CBMatt on August 01, 2008, 02:38:45 AM

If all else fails, there's always SpongeBob Typing.

Chris your killing me.....

!~:.Pink Floyd.:~! · « **Reply #35 on:** August 01, 2008, 07:57:03 AM »

Quote from: CBMatt on August 01, 2008, 02:38:45 AM

If all else fails, there's always SpongeBob Typing.

OR MARIO!!!!!

But it depends what calum likes.

Carbon Dudeoxide · « **Reply #36 on:** August 01, 2008, 07:58:59 AM »

Aegis · « **Reply #37 on:** August 02, 2008, 09:47:26 PM »

One wonders why, Calum, all our compatriots seems to know about is Ginko Biloba and children's typing programs...

Calum · « **Reply #38 on:** August 09, 2008, 10:54:58 AM »

Quote from: Aegis on August 02, 2008, 09:47:26 PM

One wonders why, Calum, all our compatriots seems to know about is Ginko Biloba and children's typing programs...

That's a good point actually . . . hehe.

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