Irlen Syndrome is not a vision problem in the accepted sense and sufferers often have no difficulty reading.

Irlen Syndrome is a complex condition which causes stress to the individual resulting in a variety of problems.

These problems can range from physical symptoms including:

chronic migraines

eye strain

nausea

dizziness

and abdominal pain

Neurological and psychological symptoms such as:

depression and anxiety

sensory overload

low confidence

and lack of self-esteem

The educational difficulties are more widely known, such as:

reading and comprehension problems

handwriting difficulties

attention deficits

behavioural difficulties

under achievement in exams for an otherwise bright child

Undiagnosed, the problems continue into adulthood bringing the same difficulties to the work place and home.

It is a complex and variable condition which can often coexist with learning difficulties. Irlen Syndrome may be found in combination with dyslexia, autism, ADHD, dyspraxia, dysphasia, or hyperactivity. This light sensitivity can also lead to overloading the other senses, often triggering distress and migraines.

Irlen Screeners are certified to administer the first testing session and determine whether an individual will benefit from further evaluation for Irlen Spectral Filters,  the specific areas of improvement, and the amount of improvement for reading and other academic activities. There are thousands of certified Irlen Screeners worldwide. For a screener near to you, contact Irlen East. Irlen diagnosticians are certified to administer both diagnostic screening and testing for tinted spectral filter lenses.

Only Irlen Diagnosticians are certified to test and determine your customised spectral filters worn as Irlen glasses or contact lenses.

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