The focus of this book is on examining
issues of dyslexia, social exclusion and crime. Current
estimations suggest that people with dyslexia are
considerably over-represented in the UK's criminal justice
system. The aim of this book is to employ a
psycho-sociological methodology to expand knowledge on
dyslexia and criminal behaviour. This approach rejects the
bio-medical model of crime and places dyslexia and
criminality within a social context. Developing a social
model of crime and dyslexia, the book utilizes both
quantitative and qualitative research methods to establish
links between undiagnosed dyslexia, restricted literacy
levels and criminal behaviours. The idea that social
inequalities are due to issues of socio-economic status is
an essential viewpoint in this study. The book primarily
explores sociological links between undiagnosed dyslexia and
reoffending and emphasizes the importance of dyslexia
support. It uses a social model approach to locate disabling
barriers with the aim of improving support for people with
dyslexia and reducing reoffending.