The word dyslexia is associated with a variety of reading and perceptual disorders.  Irlen Syndrome is a form of Perceptual Dyslexia. Symptoms include poor spelling, writing, inefficient reading, sore eyes, headaches, glare sensitivity and depth perception difficulties.

Irlen Syndrome is not an optical condition. For some, it can co-exist with non-related visual acuity conditions. For many, perceptual distortions are caused by the brain (not the eye) mis-processing light and glare.

Irlen's patented colour lens technology corrects the way the brain is mis-processing specific frequencies in the light spectrum. Irlen Lenses can therefore, provide immediate assistance. Where necessary, a prescription from your optometrist can also be included. The result is a miracle for some - an important part of the puzzle for others.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS?

Light Sensitivity
Bothered by glare, fluorescent lights, sunlight or difficulty driving at night. Discomfort or difficulty concentrating or working under bright lights or fluorescent lighting.

Problems with Contrast
Difficulty reading on high gloss white paper. The page may feel uncomfortable and might interfere with the ease of reading.

Problems with Print
Difficulty reading print, numbers or musical notes. Problems may include print that shifts, shakes, blurs, moves, doubles, disappears or becomes difficult to perceive.

Restricted Reading Span
Inability to read letters, numbers or musical notes or words in groups. This results in problems of tracking, correctly identifying words or the ability to skim or speed read.

Attention Deficit
Problems concentrating while reading or doing school work. May have difficulty staying on task and may take breaks, look away, become restless, fidgety or tired.

Poor Depth Perception
Inability to judge distance accurately or difficulty with special relationships. May have difficulty with such things as escalators, stairs, ball sports or driving.