Autism affects every child differently, so it is difficult to find the right treatment to manage its symptoms. One of the characteristics of some (though not all) autistic children is the problem of visual perception. By using some standard techniques to improve visual perception, it is possible to enable the child to see the world more clearly, facilitating learning and understanding and possibly also reducing some behavioural problems.
Autistic children mainly have problems with sensory overload and distortion. These are the same problems that many people who do not suffer from this disorder have, and many treatment options have emerged for this. However, people with autism often experience too much sensory overload related to light, colours, contrasts, shapes and patterns, which leads them to behave aggressively or close in on themselves. Sometimes it is a genetic condition that is simply exacerbated by autism, so if a child’s parents have reading problems or have been treated for visual problems, it is very likely that the child also needs help.
The Irene Method is an effective method for treating visual disorders. This method uses colour to create a more harmonious world. You may have heard of this method if someone suggested using a coloured filter on a page while reading to read better and faster. This method has proven effective and if your autistic child has a mature reading level, you can try these coloured filters to see if there is a difference in speed and comprehension. However, it is more likely that your autistic child will benefit from using the coloured filters throughout the day, not just when reading. Special glasses with coloured lenses have been developed to solve this problem. Not all children react in the same way to all colours, so it is necessary to try and try again to find the colour that blocks harmful light. To help children with autism cope with visual problems, coloured light bulbs can also be used in the home.
This method helps children especially in four areas: depth perception, social interaction, learning and physical well-being. Colours help the child determine the distance to the object and the world becomes more three-dimensional, which helps depth perception. Social interaction also improves, as the child has the feeling of being in a calmer world and can see and interpret facial expressions better. Colours aid learning, especially in reading, and in general the child feels better because it reduces headaches and dizziness. Pro
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