Dyslexia
The role of vision in dyslexia is paramount because it addresses various visual conditions that are associated with dyslexia and learning disabilities. Learn more here about how vision therapy and functional nutrition can help your child with dyslexia.
Dyslexia Articles
Prioritizing Interventions for Autism, PDD-NOS, SPD and ADHD
Patricia S. Lemer shares her 40-plus years of expertise in this blog post about prioritizing interventions for autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders.Families sometimes share that they are confused about the order in which to pursue interventions for their child. They ... Read More
Light Sensitivity and Autism, ADHD, SPD and Developmental Delays
Sensitivity to Light Common in Neurodevelopmental Disorders Light sensitivity in kids with autism, ADHD, SPD and developmental delays is common. This hypersensitivity is complicated by visual stress-producing factors that overload their visual environment and confuse their eyes and brains. To ... Read More
Spelling and Movement
In this blog post, courtesy of Achievers Unlimited, Inc., we're taught how closely linked spelling and movement are. Movement Is Necessary for Spelling Learning to spell, a child visualizes the movements necessary to reproduce the letters that combine to form ... Read More
Developing Visual-Motor Skills
Developmental optometrist Nancy B. Lewis OD helps us understand which visual-motor skills are appropriate by age and how to develop them. Visual-motor skills imply much more than handwriting. Children need to be able to use their hands and eyes as ... Read More
Choosing a Developmental Optometrist
Patricia S. Lemer MEd NCC discusses what a developmental optometrist does and how to find one in this post. What Is a Devlopmental Optometrist? Parents often ask me why I recommend that children be examined by a developmental optometrist rather ... Read More
How to Encourage Neurodevelopmental Movement in the Classroom
In this blog post, Patricia S. Lemer explains how neurodevelopmental movement can help with focus and attention in the classroom. A while ago, I observed Steven, 6-1/2, in a class of 12 students. He has been identified as "unready" for ... Read More
The Vestibular System and Auditory Language Processing
The vestibular system and auditory language processing: Children with vestibular dysfunction may also have auditory language processing problems. The Vestibular System As they research their child's disability, many parents learn about sensory integration and the importance of the body's vestibular ... Read More
Developing An Appropriate Individualized Education Plan
by Linda DeFrancesco, B.S. Sp. Educ. The Individualized Education Plan (IEP) is an extremely valuable tool for describing the components of a child's special education program and for keeping track of progress. A carefully designed IEP is a team effort ... Read More
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