Irlen Syndrome: The Medical Breakthrough No One Saw Coming with Helen IrlenIrlen Syndrome: The Medical Breakthrough No One Saw Coming with Helen Irlen
The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast
While helping kids with learning disabilities, Helen Irlen struggled to identify the reason why neuropsychological testing wasn’t helping to find answers in so many cases. When she finally decided to think outside the box, the result was a...
14:25•4 Mar 2019
Irlen Syndrome: A Surprising Solution to Learning Struggles
“It seems like certain colors of the light spectrum irritate the brain. You know this brain that was working way too hard and it just settled it down.”
Ever heard of Irlen Syndrome? It's a condition that can make reading and processing visual information incredibly challenging. In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen chat with Helen Irlen, the very person who discovered this often-overlooked syndrome. Helen shares her journey from frustration to revelation, explaining how she stumbled upon Irlen Syndrome while working with kids who had learning disabilities.
Neuropsychological tests weren't providing answers, so Helen thought outside the box, leading to a breakthrough that has since changed countless lives. If you've ever struggled with reading issues, eye strain, or light sensitivity, this conversation might just be the eye-opener you need. Tune in to learn about the symptoms, the impact on daily life, and practical management strategies for Irlen Syndrome.
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