Ep.1 | Dyslexia and Mental Health with LeDerick Horne
September 30, 2021
Join Winifred A. Winston with Co-host LeDerick Horne as he shares his journey of winning over dyslexia when he entered community college after an early diagnosis. LeDerick shares how although he got an early diagnosis, it wasn’t until someone explained to him what it meant to be dyslexic and provided academic supports and services, did he thrive and become a published spoken word poet, international learning disability advocate and motivational speaker.
Join Winifred A. Winston with Co-host LeDerick Horne as he shares his journey of winning over dyslexia when he entered community college after an early diagnosis. LeDerick shares how although he got an early diagnosis, it wasn’t until someone explained to him what it meant to be dyslexic and provided academic supports and services, did he thrive and become a published spoken word poet, international learning disability advocate and motivational speaker. Here’s a breakdown of what to expect in this episode:
How undiagnosed learning disabilities can trigger mental health issues
Community Colleges offer amazing supports for students with disabilities
Even renewed author Toni Morrison has an editor to edit her work - why representation matters
Understanding how important mentorship and like-minded peers is important for children and adults with learning disabilities
When assistive technology equals the playing field for someone struggling with writing and spelling
And so much more!
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About LeDerick Horne:
Diagnosed with a Learning Disability in the third grade, LeDerick Horne defies any and all labels. He’s a dynamic spoken word poet. A tireless advocate for all People with Disabilities. An inspiring motivational speaker. A bridge-builder between learners and leaders across the U.S. and around the world who serves as a role model for all races, genders, and generations. LeDerick has earned a BA in Mathematics with a Fine Arts minor from New Jersey City University and also studied Mathematics at Middlesex County College. His poetry is available on iTunes and YouTube, and Lederick is the Cohost of the Black and Dyslexic Podcast.
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Connect with Winifred!
How undiagnosed learning disabilities can trigger mental health issues
Community Colleges offer amazing supports for students with disabilities
Even renewed author Toni Morrison has an editor to edit her work - why representation matters
Understanding how important mentorship and like-minded peers is important for children and adults with learning disabilities
When assistive technology equals the playing field for someone struggling with writing and spelling
And so much more!
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About LeDerick Horne:
Diagnosed with a Learning Disability in the third grade, LeDerick Horne defies any and all labels. He’s a dynamic spoken word poet. A tireless advocate for all People with Disabilities. An inspiring motivational speaker. A bridge-builder between learners and leaders across the U.S. and around the world who serves as a role model for all races, genders, and generations. LeDerick has earned a BA in Mathematics with a Fine Arts minor from New Jersey City University and also studied Mathematics at Middlesex County College. His poetry is available on iTunes and YouTube, and Lederick is the Cohost of the Black and Dyslexic Podcast.
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Connect with Winifred!
Website: https://www.soallcanread.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soallcanread
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soallcanread/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/soallcanread
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Connectwith LeDerick!
Website: https://lederick.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lederickh/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lederickhorne/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/lederick?lang=en
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Resources mentioned during this episode:
Dyslexia’s Part in the School-to-Prison Pipeline: The Inequality Inherent in Our Education System.
https://dyslexia-untied.com/2019/10/29/dyslexias-part-in-the-school-to-prison-pipeline-the-inequality-inherent-in-our-education-system/
How Learning Disabilities Can Affect Your Childs Mental Health https://www.genomind.com/blog/learning-disabilities-and-mental-health
Software and Assistive Technology to help children and adults with dyslexia
http://dyslexiahelp.umich.edu/tools/software-assistive-technology
“Sula” by Toni Morrison
https://smile.amazon.com/Sula-Toni-Morrison/dp/1400033438/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1GW6807FG5G1Z&dchild=1&keywords=sula+toni+morrison&qid=1632097554&sprefix=sula%2Caps%2C257&sr=8-1
National Association of State Directors of Teacher Education and Certification https://www.nasdtec.net/
A Guide to Disability Rights Laws
https://www.ada.gov/cguide.htm
International Dyslexia Association
https://dyslexiaida.org/#
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THIS PROJECT IS FUNDED BY MORGAN CARES AND THE CENTER FOR URBAN HEALTH DISPARITIES RESEARCH AND INNOVATION AWARDED BY THE NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF MINORITY HEALTH AND HEALTH DISPARITIES (NIMHD 1U54MD013376-01A1)