A Solution For Problems with:

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• Reading​​​, Dyslexia

• Writing & Copying

• Learning

• Visual Strain & Fatigue

• Attention & Concentration

• Headaches & Migraine

• Light Sensitivity

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What is Irlen Syndrome?

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Irlen Syndrome, also known as Meares Irlen Syndrome or Scotopic Sensitivity Syndrome, is a unique visual processing problem caused by an inefficiency in the brain's ability to process light.  This is a perceptual processing problem that occurs in the brain and is not a visual problem.  Irlen Syndrome is usually inherited, but can also be acquired as a result of head injury, concussion, or illness.  

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Who Does this affect?

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• 15% of the general population, including average and gifted readers

• 46% of individuals with reading, learning and attention difficulties  

• 33% of individuals with ADHD, Dyslexia and Behavior problems

• 30% of individual with Autism

• High incidence in people who have suffered concussion, head injury

• High incidence in people who have Lyme Disease

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Symptoms

People with Irlen Syndrome can experience a wide range of symptoms which can include any or all of the following:

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• Light Sensitivity

• Reading Problems

• Attention and Concentration Problems

• Strain and Fatigue

• Headaches and Migraines

• Print or Environmental Distortions

• Problems with Depth Perception

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Irlen Testing

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The Irlen Method utilizes a two-part testing process to identify, assess, and address Irlen symptoms.  Both services can be provided at this Irlen Clinic.

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Part 1:  An Irlen Screening will identify whether you have Irlen symptoms and determine the proper overlay color.

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Part 2:  The Irlen Diagnostic Assessment is required to create your individualized, precision-tinted, Irlen Spectral Filters worn as glasses or contact lenses.

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• Immediate improvements are achieved without the need for daily or weekly sessions

• Available in more than 45 countries

• Used by millions of children and adults

• Backed by professional and scientific advisory boards of leading experts in the fields of medicine, optometry, ophthalmology, neuroscience, research, education, autism and dyslexia.

• Irlen Spectral Filters are customized for each person from an almost limitless selection of colors-determining the specific frequency you need to optimize performance.  

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Results

The Irlen Method corrects problems with the brain's visual system, eliminating over-activity in the visual cortex and surrounding brain areas.  The results:

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• Elimination of physical symptoms, including eyestrain, headaches, nausea, fatigue, anxiety/fidgetiness, and light sensitivity

• Elimination of print and environmental distortions

• Improved reading comprehension, flow & fluency, duration, and accuracy

• Better attention and concentration

• Improved performance

• Corrected depth perception

• Enhanced self-esteem

• Improved health and well-being