Autism Articles Irlen Method: The Link to Autism Submitted by Ann Pemberton, who is a registered nurse in the U.K. and mother of a 13 year old boy with a diagnosis of Asperger Syndrome who wears Irlen Filters, on 11/1999. Edmonton Autism Society Autism Today, Volume 10 Issue 3, 1994, “I Can’t Stand … Continue reading
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Visual sensory sensitivities are a common sensory issue in individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). They may experience hypersensitivity or hyposensitivity to certain visual stimuli, such as bright lights, flashing lights, or patterns. These sensitivities can cause discomfort, anxiety, or even pain. For example, an individual with ASD may have … Continue reading
Autism and Visual Sensory Overload The world can be a chaotic and overwhelming place for individuals on the autism spectrum. They can be sensitive to their environments and have unusually delicate sensory systems (i.e., sight, hearing, touch, smell, and taste) that can be easily overloaded. Visual sensory overload is caused … Continue reading
Amazing Research Findings from the Last 10 Years There’s been a lot of really interesting research about Irlen Syndrome and the use of color as an intervention conducted over the last ten years. Here are some amazing research findings you might not know about that have been reported in scientific … Continue reading
Amidst a global pandemic and a looming US presidential election, Irlen Syndrome became the topic of conversation during the third week in October in 2020. This was the 7th annual Irlen Syndrome Awareness Week, an opportunity for Irlen sufferers, advocates, and professionals around the world to share information about Irlen … Continue reading
Professional and Scientific Advisory Board The Irlen organization is proud to have a professional and scientific advisory board comprised of medical doctors, professors, neuroscientists, ophthalmologists, and PhDs in the fields of education and psychology from around the world. Adam Anderson, PhD – USA Associate Professor, Cornell University Director, Affect and … Continue reading
We are excited to present a selection of world-renown speakers for the 12th Irlen International Conference. KEYNOTE SPEAKERS Marcia Reis Guimaraes, MD, PhD, is an ophthalmologist and eye pathologist with an educational background in molecular biology and basic sciences. She is an Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology, Embryology and Pathology … Continue reading
International Irlen Syndrome Awareness Week (ISAW) reached all corners of the globe, with exciting awareness events in places like Egypt, Greece, Jordan, Australia, New Zealand, Canada the United Kingdom, and the United States (just to name a few). Awareness efforts took on all shapes and sizes, from large-scale government and … Continue reading
We know you like research. So do we! It always surprises us when people say, “The Irlen Method isn’t supported by research” because that’s just not true. The Irlen Method is supported by over 35 years of research spanning the fields of education, psychology, optometry, medicine, and neuroscience. In fact, … Continue reading
A: In most instances, perceptual processing problems have a hereditary component. Therefore, it may be possible to determine if your child needs Irlen Spectral Filters by asking other family members if they have any of the problems listed below. Remember, most people are not aware that they have this problem or … Continue reading