Yes, you are equating dyslexia with sloppy typing.
We all show signs of dyslexia at some times, especially when we type too fast, or we are tired, but it is not the same as a true dyslexic,
An O level in maths is bloody brilliant, sounds like you worked hard for it, you found your own way how to work it.
I do know that the pre-1970s attitude of "this child is retarded full stop" has become more nuanced.
I knew a girl at uni who was in 'special schools' until she was about 14, when a teacher held her writing up to a mirror...
I was in the Retards Class until about 6. Until my grandmother pointed out that I was reading LOTR to myself for bedtime reading.
I was in 'remedial' classes until my parents realised I was so short-sighted, I couldn't see what the teacher had written on the board.
I was in the Retards Class until about 6. Until my grandmother pointed out that I was reading LOTR to myself for bedtime reading.
luckily such ignorance is rare now.