Irlen Syndrome

[Draconator]

I had never heard of this until I started working for my wife. She owns a Literacy Center for children and adults who fit the Dyslexia profile. A common diagnosis to go along with Dyslexia is Irlen Syndrome. 

From Google:
Irlen Syndrome, also known as Scotopic Sensitivity Syndrome (SSS), is a neurological condition that affects how the brain processes visual information, particularly in response to certain wavelengths of light. 
Symptoms: Difficulty reading (e.g., blurred vision, eye strain, headaches) Sensitivity to bright lights Visual distortions (e.g., halos, shimmering text) Poor depth perception Motion sickness Fatigue Difficulty concentrating 
Causes: The exact cause of Irlen Syndrome is unknown, but it is believed to be related to an imbalance in the brain's processing of visual signals. It may be associated with other conditions, such as dyslexia, autism, and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). 
Diagnosis: Irlen Syndrome is typically diagnosed through a screening test that involves wearing colored overlays or lenses and observing how they affect the individual's vision and symptoms. 
Treatment: The primary treatment for Irlen Syndrome is the use of colored overlays or lenses that filter out specific wavelengths of light that cause discomfort. These filters can help to reduce eye strain, improve reading ability, and enhance concentration. Other interventions may include: Adjusting lighting in the environment Using audiobooks or other non-visual learning methods Employing assistive technologies, such as magnification devices 
Prevalence: The prevalence of Irlen Syndrome is estimated to be around 1-10% of the population. It is more common in individuals with learning disabilities or other neurological conditions. 
Note: It's important to note that Irlen Syndrome is a controversial condition, with some researchers questioning its existence or effectiveness. However, many individuals report significant improvement in their symptoms with the use of colored filters or lenses. 

 

I was screened this morning, and I was diagnosed with a severe case of Irlen's. I'm not dyslexic, but have ADHD which Irlen's can also be a common diagnosis with.  I tried a number of different lens overlays. And holy F!!! The difference the correct overlays made in my vision was life changing. I'll be ordering my Irlen glasses tomorrow. This will help me with work, school, golf, basically everything. 

[Another Fan]

I’m not familiar with this but don’t doubt it’s under diagnosed.

 

its like with Asperger’s.  Used to just sound like a diagnosis with a funny name in the 2000s.  But now we have all this knowledge about autism 

[4merper4mer]

52 minutes ago, Draconator said:

I had never heard of this until I started working for my wife. She owns a Literacy Center for children and adults who fit the Dyslexia profile. A common diagnosis to go along with Dyslexia is Irlen Syndrome. 

From Google:
Irlen Syndrome, also known as Scotopic Sensitivity Syndrome (SSS), is a neurological condition that affects how the brain processes visual information, particularly in response to certain wavelengths of light. 
Symptoms: Difficulty reading (e.g., blurred vision, eye strain, headaches) Sensitivity to bright lights Visual distortions (e.g., halos, shimmering text) Poor depth perception Motion sickness Fatigue Difficulty concentrating 
Causes: The exact cause of Irlen Syndrome is unknown, but it is believed to be related to an imbalance in the brain's processing of visual signals. It may be associated with other conditions, such as dyslexia, autism, and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). 
Diagnosis: Irlen Syndrome is typically diagnosed through a screening test that involves wearing colored overlays or lenses and observing how they affect the individual's vision and symptoms. 
Treatment: The primary treatment for Irlen Syndrome is the use of colored overlays or lenses that filter out specific wavelengths of light that cause discomfort. These filters can help to reduce eye strain, improve reading ability, and enhance concentration. Other interventions may include: Adjusting lighting in the environment Using audiobooks or other non-visual learning methods Employing assistive technologies, such as magnification devices 
Prevalence: The prevalence of Irlen Syndrome is estimated to be around 1-10% of the population. It is more common in individuals with learning disabilities or other neurological conditions. 
Note: It's important to note that Irlen Syndrome is a controversial condition, with some researchers questioning its existence or effectiveness. However, many individuals report significant improvement in their symptoms with the use of colored filters or lenses. 

 

I was screened this morning, and I was diagnosed with a severe case of Irlen's. I'm not dyslexic, but have ADHD which Irlen's can also be a common diagnosis with.  I tried a number of different lens overlays. And holy F!!! The difference the correct overlays made in my vision was life changing. I'll be ordering my Irlen glasses tomorrow. This will help me with work, school, golf, basically everything. 

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