Irlen Syndrome is a brain-related Visual Processing Disorder. It significantly impacts how individuals perceive and process information, often leading to difficulties with learning, attention, behaviour, concentration, effort, work, ability to sit still, self-esteem, studying, motivation, and even sport. Importantly, it cannot be identified by optometrists, medical testing, or standardised educational tests because it's a processing issue, not an eye problem. The good news is that it’s easily diagnosed and treated using the Irlen Method, which has helped over 1,000,000 people in 36 countries.

The Irlen Method involves a two-step process. First, a Screening Session determines if Irlen Syndrome is a problem, its severity, and if Irlen coloured overlays can help. If you experience issues with reading, light sensitivity, concentration, eyestrain, headaches/migraines, fatigue, depth perception, or night driving, then custom-tinted Irlen spectral filters worn as glasses may be the solution.

In the second step, the Diagnostic Session, a Certified Irlen Diagnostician determines the precise colours of Irlen Filter lenses, selected from an almost limitless number of colour combinations. Wearing the wrong colour can worsen problems, so assessment by a specifically trained Irlen Diagnostician is essential. The filter colour will differ from the overlay colour. With Irlen Spectral Filters, you can expect: increased reading comfort, improved reading accuracy and comprehension, faster reading speed, reduced strain and sleepiness, improved self-esteem, less fatigue, better behaviour and mood, reduced anxiety, increased satisfaction, improved depth perception, and enhanced sports performance.

What are the key signs or struggles of Irlen Syndrome?

Individuals with Irlen Syndrome may notice a range of signs and struggles. These can include challenges with learning, paying attention, maintaining concentration, and their overall attitude towards learning. They might experience significant effort to complete tasks, difficulties with schoolwork or professional tasks, and behavioural issues. Restlessness or an inability to sit still is also common. Other impacts include low self-esteem, struggles with studying, reduced motivation, and even difficulties in sport. These symptoms can affect a large proportion of the population, including over 47% of those with learning difficulties, 33% with ADD/ADHD, and 15% of the general population. It's also worth noting that Irlen Syndrome can run in families, with different members exhibiting varied symptoms.