Ian Jordan

THERE IS NO EXCUSE FOR THISM BEHAVIOUR - COMPLAIN LOUDLY!

magnocellular processing problems integrating with praxis - but too much to explain in a post. you have to get visual processing / visiospatial awareness right to sort these out

As said in private mesage - I need to discuss to make sure that they are OK Phone Friday - I am away tomorrow

We know of over 130 effects of visual stimulus modification - these are often the worst symptoms experienced by those on the spectrum AND THEY CAN BE ADDRESSED (I am sure that there are hundreds more that we don't know about yet). There are some difficulties though, research is limited on the effects of visual stimulus, and in ASD virtually non existent. I have suggested that independent research takes place - but no one wishes to fund - yet methods we have developed can be the biggest improvement in life quality for those on the spectrum. The techniques we are pioneering constitute a paradigm shift, and that puts everybody outside their "comfort zone". There is tremendous opposition from academics and professionals - I have even been accused of fraud by an optical professional after a demonstration of gait modification at a conference - he said what I did could not be possible - therefore I must have "planted a stooge" for demonstration in the audience. I have been investigated twice - yes we do supply a much higher number of tinted lenses through the NHS - but it is not us that prescribe too many..... A psychologist in a local LEA is now threatening to report me to my professional body as I have had the temerity to criticise the LEA and its teacher training. However, I am not concerned - the best defence is that the comments were the truth! What is needed is political or media help - professionals have to change and they will resist. Research is essential - but there is a desperate need for quick intervention and it CANNOT wait until absolute proof of all effects is in place. This will take 20 years and will doom a whole generation to misery. But I can only do so much - please - if you know of any researchers, funders, publicists, national politicians - anyone that can help - please approach them as ask them for assistance - I will be happy to liaise. Things have to change - and I am very impatient, it has been far too long

see if you can work out the reason for his fear some that come to mind are sensory processing problems, sound, vision in particular. physical pain is often just one of the responses, others are so unpleasant that no one would want to go. you do need to ask the right questions though - you can download booklet from www.jordanseyes.com which will help you assess others cognitive disabilitiessuch as prosopagnosia cause tremendous distress in a school situation - and they are common in asd.

Is it possible to discover why he is anxious - then address cause

the listening program can often achieve very good results, but they are variable and unpredictable. we charge �400 for full program and usually integrate it with visual processing modification. this is usually throufgh the nhs but sometimes the difference in cost has to be paid - up to a max of �120. sadly we can't give listening program through nhs

Thank you all - I had nearly forgotten - its 50 in body - but my mind is 21 and refuses to get older. I.m just off to get my slippers and cardigan, think I'll fall asleep after some horlicks. Now, wheres my reading glasses, funny how memory goes awry. Mustn;t excite myself too much

there are some problems with behavioural optometric techniques and ASD - particularly where the child is uncooperative, or has some language difficulties. the concepts that need to be addressed may be difficult - or impossible. it is likely that you will be asked to undertake about 30 minutes of exercises each day for a number of months. it's not a method i feel comfortable with however - you have to get the best that is available locally, and most behavioural optometrists care a lot - and that is important

I think you are coming to see me this week - will explain and show techniques - oo much for post

The eye has a system (as does the auditory system) which responds to sudden changes, movement, flicker etc. This system causes reflex eye movements to fixate on the thing that is changing - eg peripheral movement - what is it?, is it safe? So attention of your central focus changes to the moving object. When many things are moving, eg in a "busy" environment - it can be overwhelming. This reflex is normal, if it is too strong then it becomes difficult. unwanted responses are common eg headache, migraine, balance problems - so if there is difficulties with overstimulus from this reflex then we would treat. If you wish to get more info - look up magnocellular processing - it gets complex

please parents - don't hope your child will get better - get it assessed and treated!!!!!!

If you are in the south west - come to the presentation I am giving in Newport in November (university of Wales)- details elsewhere on this forum. I could see your son during my lunch or in the evening Its not a childrens presentation, but if he is very high functioning he could enjoy the presentation. I guarantee that you will come away shocked. It is worth a BIG effort. If not then Jo O Neill at Norville opticians gloucester may help. best wishes ian

check whether he has prosopagnosia this is often a sign

unless you know otherwise you should assume that all people on the spectrum have some degree of prosopagnosia. Treating the difficulties it makes for children is often one of the most emotional, exciting and rewarding experiences for the child, the parent and myself - imagine seeing our mother, wife, husbands face for the first time. I have seen grown men howl, be physically doubled up with shock and delight, tears are common. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE make sure your child is checked, it can be the best move that you make in your childs life!!!! But there again I am biased, I see the results of addressing visual perceptual effects every day, and it breaks my heart to think that all children do not get adequate assessment. The amount of posts on this site that could be prevented with visual, auditory and other interventions are immense. Why do I get sick of the system, it abuses children, their families and society. The amount of poor advice given by professionals is horrifying, and children suffer every day of the week. I cannot even say that my own profession uses best practice, with few exceptions visual processing problems are inconvenient, best ignored. And the advice given by the professional bodies is often written by people that obviously do NOT have much experience - sometimes it is laughable. So no wonder your childen suffer. The only solution is a mass movement of parents with special needs children, to force change. Or is the status quo acceptable?

Noticed you were in Ireland I can recommend an optician that is really good with visual perceptual problems His name is Mike Gilsenan and he works at Lee Opticians Warrenpoint (near Newry) If my child had a diagnosis of dyslexia I would take them to him

Ask what type of dyslexia your child has - most schools are limited to phonic difficulties - BEWARE!!!!! If there is a physical problem such as visual processing / visual problems auditory processing memory allergy/ sensitivity cross lateral difficulties slow processing Have any / all these been assessed? If not - insist your child is assessed - if present they need addressing before one to one classroom assistant help.

you might like to download a self assessment booklet from my website www.jordanseyes.com It will help you a lot on visual / sensory integration. But it will only be a start, there are other issues - please ignore school - they obviously don't have the first idea (sadly teacher training in this area is virtually nil!!!!!). Prosopagnosia is likely, and can be treated - you might find videos on website interesting

You have described a complex range of difficulties. They must be addressed - you will need a multidisciplinary team.

dyslexia is a bit like ASD - there are lots of possible presentations. Like ASD get the physical side sorted first, it will make life so much better and the symptoms will reduce markedly.

colour vision is often unstable in ASD, but you also have to remember colour naming may be different too. Chromostereopsis may be a problem (complicated to explain - but easily read up upon - colour fusion), colour blindness or anomalies may also be present. This is a complicated subject and it needs to be seen by an expert as, very rarely, it can be the sign of underlying problems. It should be treated as non urgent but don't leave it too long

Sorry - Cardiff is inaccurate - but close

PARENTS FOR CHANGE SUPPORTING PARENTS AND CARERS OF DISABLED CHILDREN CONFERENCE MONDAY12th NOVEMBER 2007 UNIVERSITY OF WALES CAERLEON CAMPUS 10AM-3PM REFRESHMENTS PROVIDED BREAK FOR LUNCH AT 12PM (Lunch not provided but facilities are available on site details available upon request) PROCESSING VISUAL INFORMATION AND ITS IMPACT ON SPECIAL NEEDS HOW WHAT YOU SEE IMPACTS ON ASD, DYSLEXIA, DYSCALCULIA, AND SENSORY INTERGRATION PROBLEMS. PRESENTED BY: IAN JORDAN Ian will present a fast moving presentation in which video, animation, unique demonstrations and theory are used to show how the visual world often provokes many of the difficulties encountered for those with special needs. The presentation will consist of a number of sections An introduction to visual processing theory Recreation of symptoms Recognition techniques Videos to show different effects A unique 45 minute demonstration of how visual processing affects not just what e visually perceive but other sensory systems too ( this section is often dramatic, uses the audience as ?willing volunteers? and although it can be likened to a ?magic show?, it does have serious implications). A chance to ask Ian some questions Ian is a well know international lecturer in this field. He has appeared on BBC1, BBC2, Sky, Teachers TV, national press and radio, author of 6 books, and winner of a number of awards for research in medical and educational fields. He is clinical director of Orthoscopics and in this role is involved in some of the most exciting current research projects; whilst being gregarious, friendly and approachable. Watch this space!! BOOKING DETAILS Please book as early as possible to reserve your space! The Conference will be held in the Board Room. Cost per person: �25 and �65 Professionals. Please contact to book/information: Lisa Collins Tel: 01633 666939/07737679824 or Email: parentsforchange@hotmail.co.uk

Facial recognition problems are treatable see jordanseyes.com and go to tab on left side - it'll make more sense

ed psychs vary wildly, from excellent to ....... Unlikely that they will understand sensory processing unless you are lucky. It is beyond training requirements Same applies to most professions - you will have to find someone that goes the extra mile - they are around, good luck