Reading & Writing Problems may be Irlen Syndrome
Irlen Syndrome may be misdiagnosed or a part of problems such as dyslexia, AD/HD or learning disabilities, which is why techniques to help these issues without addressing the possibility of Irlen Syndrome may not be as successful. Also, continued reading practice doesn't make it better--on the contrary, the longer people practice reading, the worse their distortions get and the poorer is their comprehension. As a result, reading is not enjoyable, can be tiring and even cause discomfort or pain, so many people with Irlen avoid it. Unfortunately, children with Irlen are often told that they just need to "try harder" or are "lazy". The criticism and labeling are very discouraging and can negatively affect their self-esteem.
In addition to difficulty with reading books, people with Irlen may have trouble with standardized answer sheets and with white boards
In addition to difficulty with reading books, people with Irlen may have trouble with standardized answer sheets and with white boards
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They may also get headaches, dizzy, nauseous, tired, irritable, nervous, anxious, eye pain and strain, stomachaches, fidgety, brain fog, lighted headed, disoriented, and tense.
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