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Some of you may have heard about Irlen syndrome and how colour overlays are used to treat reading difficulties.
What is the theoretical basis behind the treatment and how does it work? Does it really resolve most, if not all, of the issues associated with dyslexia?
I’ve had parents share that their child’s headache is gone or that the words no longer float or jump around on paper, while others said nothing has changed for their child.
The cost of a pair of Irlen lenses is not cheap. In Singapore, it’s in the ballpark figure of $1,000. You also have to get the lenses refitted, so there’s an ongoing cost.
What is the theoretical basis behind the treatment and how does it work? Does it really resolve most, if not all, of the issues associated with dyslexia?
I’ve had parents share that their child’s headache is gone or that the words no longer float or jump around on paper, while others said nothing has changed for their child.
The cost of a pair of Irlen lenses is not cheap. In Singapore, it’s in the ballpark figure of $1,000. You also have to get the lenses refitted, so there’s an ongoing cost.
For my middle son, words no longer appear and disappear. He is less visually taxed as well. Less eye strain.
For my youngest, he would have a bit of missing information and had issues with tracking BUT doesn’t have dyslexia. Hated reading. Now reads. Couldn’t do compo, now he can. Couldn’t really socialize with people and how he can as the neurological side makes adjustments due to the lens.
And i have none of their issues but i have migraine due to sensitivity to light. Migraine to the point of nausea and needing to be in a darkened room on bad days. The lenses resolved most of that.
I would recommend making an assessment with Irlens dyslexia clinic and then seeing if it’ll help. You’ll walk away with a suitable Irlens filter sheet if you need one. And you can use that whilst contemplating if you want to get the lenses done.