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Visual processing problems are not identified by a standard vision screening in
schools nor a typical eye examination. This is because a visual processing
problem does not have anything to do with how well your child can see. It has
to do with how the eyes are working together in cooperation, and how the
brain is processing visual images.
schools nor a typical eye examination. This is because a visual processing
problem does not have anything to do with how well your child can see. It has
to do with how the eyes are working together in cooperation, and how the
brain is processing visual images.
Signs your child may be struggling with visual processing problems may include:
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Visual processing problems occur when the muscles of the eyes are unable to
track in a smooth motion across a page, have trouble holding convergence on
words while reading, and are not coordinated in movement. When the eyes do
not converge, each eye may see separate images, which will result in squinting,
or a weak eye (sometimes called a lazy eye). This will affect focus and
comprehension.
track in a smooth motion across a page, have trouble holding convergence on
words while reading, and are not coordinated in movement. When the eyes do
not converge, each eye may see separate images, which will result in squinting,
or a weak eye (sometimes called a lazy eye). This will affect focus and
comprehension.
| Visual processing problems are not just about the eyes |
Visual processing problems are not just about the eyes but can also have language processing, sensory
processing, or memory processing deficits occurring together. The beginnings of our visual system’s
development occur in the womb at the same time as our vestibular system (balance mechanism) and
are integrated and dependent on one another for feedback. What we see are images created in our
brain using a complex neural pathway system. Not only may the eyes have trouble working together
to coordinate efforts, a student may see an object but have trouble finding the words for the object
they see. In some cases, the child may be looking right at an item they are looking for and cannot find
it. For some their brains are not processing the image correctly while others may be relying on their
peripheral (side) vision.
processing, or memory processing deficits occurring together. The beginnings of our visual system’s
development occur in the womb at the same time as our vestibular system (balance mechanism) and
are integrated and dependent on one another for feedback. What we see are images created in our
brain using a complex neural pathway system. Not only may the eyes have trouble working together
to coordinate efforts, a student may see an object but have trouble finding the words for the object
they see. In some cases, the child may be looking right at an item they are looking for and cannot find
it. For some their brains are not processing the image correctly while others may be relying on their
peripheral (side) vision.
Some children have undeveloped macular vision, which is the ability
to use the center field of vision. They are able to see what is on
the side of them better than what is directly in front of them while
looking straight ahead. They tend to dislike reading, working on
tasks close up, and watching television.
to use the center field of vision. They are able to see what is on
the side of them better than what is directly in front of them while
looking straight ahead. They tend to dislike reading, working on
tasks close up, and watching television.
- Eyes that do not move smoothly and may stick, skip, dart on a line.
- Letter or spelling reversals while writing
- Loss of place while reading
- Misses lines, words, letters, or parts of words while reading
- Slow reading speed
- Unusual head and neck posture during near work
- Squints eyes or blinks excessively
- Struggles with math
- Omitting or substituting words or letters
- Reading comprehension problems
- Trouble remembering information seen
- Poor written work
- Poor spelling
- Has trouble using a separate answer sheet or copying math problems onto paper
- Eyes water when reading, working on a computer, or video game
- Dislikes reading aloud
- Avoids reading
- Becomes very tired or sleepy while reading or right after
- Does not learn best from books
- Less ability to observe and react to facial expressions
- Dyslexic tendencies
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or do they slope?
or do they slope?
Program, activity, and symptom descriptions are for educational/informational purposes only. Any recommendations
given are not to be considered diagnosis, medical, or psychological prescriptions. Every parent needs to assume the
responsibility for their own child and make their own decisions as to the techniques and methodologies that will
best fit their child's needs.
given are not to be considered diagnosis, medical, or psychological prescriptions. Every parent needs to assume the
responsibility for their own child and make their own decisions as to the techniques and methodologies that will
best fit their child's needs.
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