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Category: Irlen Sydrome
Dec 03 | Vision and Learning
"The visual system is a significant part of how we process information and a key factor in how we learn. 80% of what you perceive, comprehend and remember depends on the efficiency of the visual system." ( Vision and Learning )
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Feb 21 | Irlen Syndrome Self Test
Do you or someone you know have difficulty reading? Answer the following questions: YES NO Do you skip words or lines when reading? Do you reread lines? Do you lose your place? Are you easily distracted when reading? Do you need to take breaks often? Do you find it harder to read the longer you read? Do you get headaches when you read? Do your eyes get red and watery? Does reading make you tired? Do you blink or squint? Do you prefer to read in dim light? Do you read close to the page? Do you use your finger or other markers? Do you get restless, active, or fidgety when reading? If you answered yes to three or more of these questions, then you might be experiencing the effects of a perception problem called Scotopic Sensitivity Syndrome, which can interfere with your reading efficiency. Now, for the first time, there is a simple method Irlen Colored Filters worn as glasses or contact lenses, that can help people overcome this problem quickly and easily. Copyright © 1991 by Perceptual Development Corp/Helen Irlen. All rights reserved. For other self tests including the long test, headache test, light sensitivity test, autism test see the Irlen website http://irlen.com/index.php?s=selftests.
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Irlen Syndrom has also been known as Scotopic Sensitivity Syndrome. It is not a problem with the eyes. It is a a problem with the brain's ability to process visual information. Irlen Syndrome can affect many different areas including academic performance, behavior, the ability to sit still, attention and concentration. Studies suggest that 46% of individuals identified with reading problems, dyslexia, ADD/ADHD an other learning difficulties suffer from Irlen Syndrome and can be helped by the Irlen Method. This syndrome is often just one more layer of the individuals problems, but the Irlen Method can be a part of the solution.
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Meet Kim Ashby | Owner
Kim Ashby earned a BS in Nursing from The Catholic University of America and, when she worked outside the home, was a Certified Emergency Nurse with a special interest in trauma nursing. She lives in Raleigh, NC with her husband and three sons. The Ashbys have home schooled their children since 1999. They graduated their oldest son in May 2007. He is attending UNC Wilmington. Kim continues to home school her younger boys. Her oldest son was diagnosed with ADHD when he was in the public school system in the second grade. Her second son has cerebral palsy which has resulted in multiple/global developmental delays. Her youngest son has undiagnosed, mild auditory processing issues.
Kim has co-instructed graduate level courses at UNC Chapel Hill for ST/OT students and Early Intervention students. She is the founder and President of the Board of Directors of GIFTSNC, Inc., a home schooling special needs support group. Kim has presented workshops at a variety of state home school conferences as well as local support group parent meetings and is often a guest speaker at homeschool conferences and is found on many guest speaker lists including Balancing the Sword. She is a Steering Committee member and former Treasurer for Dayspring Home Educators in Cary, NC. She served on the Board of Directors for the Family Support Network of Wake County. She holds a North Carolina Wildlife Permit for Small Mammal Rehabilitation and enjoys working with orphaned and injured wildlife.
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