New study shows dyslexic people's crucial role in human survival

The neurological condition is linked to 'enhanced abilities' in areas like discovery, invention and creativity. [iStockphoto]

Dyslexia is typically described as a brain disorder or learning difficulty. But new research suggests dyslexia is in fact a vital tool that has helped humanity adapt.

"The deficit-centred view of dyslexia isn't telling the whole story," said Dr Helen Taylor of the University of Cambridge, who led the study.