As a result, this very real perception problem is generally ignored. A nything which affects a person's ability to earn a living, however, cannot be regarded as unimportant. Industrial color coding is increasing. Electronics, printing, piloting whether by air or water, fashion designing and clothing production, law enforcement or Armed Services occupations are just some of the careers which might present difficulties for the color deficient person. T he problems start when the child enters kindergarten and encounters a world glowing with colors.
Color coding is used to designate work and play areas.
It is used to teach arithmetic, often to help teach reading and in directions to do numerous tasks. The color vision deficient child will do the best he can but only in the way he can see to do it, only to be told often that he is not doing it right. Neither he nor the teacher knows why he cannot do the task. The effect on his self esteem is devastating. S ome help is now available for the color deficient person.