Reading through colour
Subtitle: how coloured filters can reduce reading difficulty, eye strain, and headaches
By: Arnold Wilkins
Contributors: NetLibrary, Inc
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Published: 2003
Place of publication: Chichester, West Sussex, England; Hoboken, NJ
Language: eng
Format: [electronic resource] :
Number of pages: 156
Subjects: Color aids; Reading
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 134-138) and index.

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Table of contents: title: Prologue; title: Sam's story; title: In the beginning; title: What is visual stress?; title: Professionals responsible for eye care and vision: a guide for parents; title: The eye and visual pathways; title: Why we see the world in colour; title: What are coloured overlays?; title: How do we know that coloured overlays work?; title: An illustrative case history: David's story; title: How to test whether overlays will be helpful; title: How to test using overlays : a guide for teachers; title: Overlays and classroom management; title: Use of computers; title: Meares-Irlen syndrome, dyslexia, and attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder; title: Coloured glasses; title: Why do coloured overlays and lenses work?; title: Frequently asked questions; title: Support groups; title: What the future should bring; title: An epilogue from Sam's mother.