FAQS

If your child is having difficulty with reading, the initial evaluation will include the Dyslexia Screener. Results of this screener, along with other assessments, will provide necessary information for treatment and to make appropriate referrals. If results of the screener indicate deficits in language and phonetic skills, we will communicate with the pediatrician to obtain a speech language evaluation. In some cases, we may also recommend a referral for a psychoeducational evaluation.

There are many causes of letter and/or number reversals that do not necessarily indicate a dyslexia diagnosis. Common causes of letter/number reversals are developmental, visual processing deficits, binocular visual disorders, active developmental reflexes and coordination impairments.

Dysgraphia is a learning disability specific to writing. While we cannot cure a learning disability, by improving all skills necessary for writing and using appropriate modifications, we can give your child the tools to succeed.

Typically, yes. Most children with a binocular visual disorder have negative visual symptoms, such as headaches, blurriness, eye fatigue and intermittent double vision, which negatively affect learning and focus. Oftentimes, after these negative symptoms begin to improve, school performance improves.

The occupational therapist will assess your usable/remaining vision and interview you regarding your daily function, as it has been affected by the visual impairment. Environmental modifications will be made, along with magnification recommendations to help improve safety and improve your level of independence.