Case Study Analysis of Dyslexia and Dysgraphia in a 10-Year-Old Male: Intervention and Outcomes

Case Study Analysis of Dyslexia and Dysgraphia in a 10-Year-Old Male: Intervention and Outcomes

1Dr. Sarika Bisarya , 2Poorvi Dalela

1 HOD, Beautiful Mind Clinic, New Delhi.

2 Student, MSc Clinical Psychology, SRM College, Chennai.

Abstract:
Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD) represent a range of persistent difficulties in acquiring academic skills, often evident in areas like reading, writing, and mathematics. This study presents a detailed case analysis of a 10-year-old male diagnosed with mixed scholastic difficulties, specifically dyslexia and dysgraphia. The participant exhibited significant challenges with reading and writing, including issues with mirror images of letters and spelling errors, impacting academic performance. Comprehensive assessments, including the Malin’s Intelligence Scale for Indian Children (MISIC) and NIMHANS educational battery, were administered, revealing average IQ and academic performance equivalent to a second grader.

The intervention involved 72 individualized sessions over six months, targeting attention span, reading comprehension, and spelling. Adjustments to the school curriculum, such as extra exam time and exemption from a third language, were implemented to support his learning needs. Post-intervention results indicated substantial improvements in reading, spelling accuracy, and academic confidence, as reported by teachers and parents. This study highlights the importance of personalized education plans and ongoing support for children with SLD, providing a framework for clinicians handling similar cases.

Key Words:  Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD), Dysgraphia, Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Individualized Education Plan (IEP), Reading and writing difficulties, Mirror image errors, SLD Asssessments, MISIC, NIMHANS neuropsychological battery, School accommodations, Case study, Therapeutic outcomes, Therapeutic Interventions