Children and adults with dyslexia usually have healthy eyes and sharp eyesight. However, a substantial number of individuals with dyslexia have other visual problems. Depending on its severity, a learning-related vision problem can sometimes be misidentified as dyslexia because there are similarities. However, it is more common that children with dyslexia also have a visual component that is contributing to their difficulties.
When a child struggles with reading and learning it is important to first rule out the possibility of a vision problem. If a vision problem exists, treatment may involve glasses, optometric vision therapy, or both. Optometric vision therapy treats vision problems that can interfere with learning to read, or reading to learn. Once the vision problem is treated successfully, tutoring and other special services can become more effective.
If you are concerned about learning-related vision problem please given us a call to schedule an evaluation.
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References
- Vision, Learning & Dyslexia
The Joint Organizational Policy Statement of the American Academy of Optometry and the American Optometric Association - A flawed statement on vision therapy, learning and dyslexia is reissued
The Pediatrics/ Ophthalmology statement on vision therapy is outdated and flawed. Read this response to the AAP position statement on vision therapy. - Vision and Dyslexia White Paper
COVD’s White Paper on Vision and Dyslexia - Vision Based Learning Problems: The Role Of The Optometrist On The Multidisciplinary Team
A White Paper provided by COVD