Research at the University of Birmingham in England showed that many migraine sufferers are sensitive to the flickering from fluorescent lighting, TV screens, and computer monitors. The study found that wearing colored glasses reduced the frequency of migraine headaches by 74 percent. Other research indicates that about one in five … Continue reading
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Irlen is proud to introduce our new and improved website. We’re excited to offer you a fresh new look, as well as a variety of new features and new information. If you’ve been to our site before, you’ll be happy to know that all of the information you love is … Continue reading
Headache and Migraine Research Research at the University of Birmingham in England showed that many migraine sufferers are sensitive to the flickering from fluorescent lighting, TV screens, and computer monitors. The study found that wearing colored glasses reduced the frequency of migraine headaches by 74 percent. Other research indicates that … Continue reading
Irlen and The Brain The following research papers highlight the impact that Irlen Syndrome has on brain function and anatomy. The most current research on Irlen Syndrome and the use of color utilizes advanced brain-mapping technology to show actual changes and normalization of brain functioning that is not achieved … Continue reading
Alanazi, M. A., Kanyika, E., Okyere, B. V., Liping, W., Guiyun, H., Xiong, Y., & Peng, C. (2020). Effect of Induced Visual Fatigue on Sensory Ocular Dominance and the Effect of Colored Filters on the Levels of Visual Fatigue in Dyslexic Adults with MIS. Mana, 5(1). Alencar, C. D. D. C., Barbosa … Continue reading
Published Research There is currently a body of research related to Irlen Syndrome, Colored Overlays and Colored Filters that spans nearly 40 years. The Irlen Method and the efficacy of colored overlays and colored lenses have been the subject of over 200 research studies encompassing the disciplines of education, psychology, … Continue reading
Media The Irlen Method has received international acclaim and is included in professional journals and textbooks. It has also been featured in national and international media, including National Geographic, 60 Minutes, Good Morning America, ABC World News, NBC News, the BBC and TV shows in Ireland, Hong Kong, Netherlands, New … Continue reading
Autism / Asperger Syndrome “Sensory processing problems can cause real pain; even non-verbal individuals with autism can have a problem with sensory overload. Some people are really helped by Irlen Colored Lenses.” – Temple Grandin, Ph.D. “I know of several children and adults (with Asperger’s Syndrome) who have reported a considerable reduction … Continue reading
Founder Helen Irlen Helen L. Irlen, MA, BCPC, PPS, BCPTSD, LMFT Founder & Executive Director: Irlen Institute International Headquarters Helen L. Irlen is an internationally recognized educator, researcher, therapist, scholar, and expert in the area of visual-perceptual problems. She is a graduate of Cornell University. Ms. Irlen has been in … Continue reading