Neurodevelopmental Visual Disorders
Understanding How Vision Affects Learning and Development
Neurodevelopmental visual disorders are vision problems that arise due to how the brain and visual system develop, rather than from problems with the eyes themselves. These issues often occur in children with conditions such as:
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Cerebral Palsy
- Developmental delays
- Learning disabilities
Common Visual Difficulties
Children with visual skill or processing challenges may show a combination of the following signs
Learning & Attention
- Poor attention and concentration
- Struggles to complete tasks on time
- Difficulty with reading or understanding math
- Trouble with handwriting
- Skipping lines or losing place while reading
- Reversing letters or numbers (e.g., b/d, 6/9)
- Difficulty in copying from boars
Visual Discomfort
- Eye strain or discomfort
- Poor or no eye contact
- Headaches, especially after reading or screen time
- Motion sickness or dizziness
- Double vision or blurred vision
- Tilting the head or closing one eye to see better
- Difficulty in recognising faces or objects
Eye Movement & Coordination
- Poor tracking or following moving objects
- Visual confusion
- Clumsiness or frequent tripping
- Trouble copying from the board or organizing work
How It Affects Daily Life
Children with Neurodevelopmental visual disorders may struggle with:
- Reading and writing
- Paying attention in class
- Social interaction
- Balance and movement
- Avoiding visual tasks due to frustration or fatigue
How Vision Therapy Can Help
Vision therapy can improve how the eyes move, focus, and work together — and how the brain processes visual information. With personalized exercises and tools, we help children:
- Strengthen visual attention
- Improve reading fluency
- Enhance spatial awareness
- Boost confidence in school and everyday tasks
