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
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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
Reading Problems, Dyslexia, Learning Difficulties Q: How does Irlen Syndrome affect reading? A: The Irlen Method corrects reading problems that are a result of a processing problem called Irlen Syndrome, and not a vision problem. This type of reading problem is result of the brain’s inability to accurately understand and process … Continue reading
February 12, 2007 Hi Ninon, Goodness, I was just thinking of you and thought I would do a search on the internet. How are you? Since about 1987-1988 when you said to me on that fateful day in Dalby ‘I don’t know how you got through school’ and gave … Continue reading
“We trained 15 intervention teachers as Irlen Screeners for the Santa Maria-Bonita School District. Most screenings are completed as part of the Student Success Process, and students are provided with the necessary overlays. I have supported the Irlen Method since 1990 when I was trained as a screener.” Patricia J. … 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
Who We Help The Irlen Method provides a unique service for some children and adults identified with reading and learning difficulties, low motivation, attention deficit disorder (ADHD), discipline problems, headaches and migraines, autism, and traumatic brain injury. The symptoms of Irlen Syndrome are wide-ranging, but our technology focuses on one … Continue reading