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CVI is a brained-based visual impairment caused by injury to the brain’s visual pathways and visual processing centers. It’s usually diagnosed when abnormal visual responses can’t be attributed to eye problems alone. Individuals with CVI tend to display key visual behaviors, and might display some or all of these behaviors.
- A multisensory approach for children with CVI
A multisensory approach incorporates different sensory...
- A multisensory approach for children with CVI
- What to Look For
- Assessment
- Important Considerations
- CVI Specific Organisations
- Additional Resources
You may notice some of these visual behaviours: 1. reaching for objects to the side but not straight ahead 2. looking away from people or objects in order to “see” them 3. vision which seems variable and may change on an hourly or day-to-day basis 4. For the mobile child – inaccurate visual guidance of movement and reach for objects 5. inability to...
Talk to people who know the child well about their observations of the child’s visual behaviours. This should include discussion with the child’s family, if possible, in their home. Some children show more visual response at home surrounded by familiar objects which their brain has had repeated opportunities to recognise. For the QTVI, observation ...
Optimum lighting
Some children are very sensitive to light or glare, while some children with profound CVI respond better in low lighting conditions.
Distractions
Objects in bold plain, preferred colours should always be used initially. Patterns and cluttered environments make visual information more difficult to process. E.g. presenting an object against patterned clothing or signing in front of a patterned background makes it harder to process and thus respond to. I carry a dark, plain T-shirt when working with children with complex needs. Work in a space that is quiet and uncluttered, as noise inevitably distracts the child.
Comfort
What time of day is it? Is the child feeling tired or unwell? Are they as comfortable as possible and in a position where they can best view what you would like them to respond to? This is very important if a child has a visual field impairment or nystagmus, where they need to be able to use their “null point” to achieve their best possible vision. A child who is uncomfortable will not be able to put their efforts into visual attention.
Janet Harwood is a QTVI and is a staff writer for the CVI (Cerebral Visual Impairment) Society. For more information about cerebral vision impairment visit the CVI Society website. CVI Scotland also provides resources and information around cerebral vision impairments: CVI Scotland
Puppet faces
Puppet faces are six hand-held puppets that can be twirled between finger and thumb. They are not toys and should be used by adults to assess visual awareness and a baseline indication of field of vision. The back of the puppet is not easily seen against a dark background but it “pops” into view when twirled round. Another half twirl and it disappears again! Available from Beesneez.
Visual assessment and vision stimulation apps
A huge number of apps are available, many for free, but one size doesn’t fit all. Remember that for children with CVI “less is more”. Explore some of the options on the Inclusive Technology website and the Wonder Baby website.
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Cortical visual impairment (CVI) is a neurological form of visual impairment caused by “damage or atypical structures in the visual pathways and/or visual processing centers of the brain” (Roman Lantzy, 2018). CVI is the leading cause of visual impairment in children in countries or regions with access to quality neonatal health care.
Incorporating opportunities for your child to meaningfully use their vision throughout their day—in daily routines and out in the community—will help improve functional vision. The more a child with CVI establishes and maintains visual attention, the more opportunities to build neural pathways. "The purpose of interventions designed for ...
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A multisensory approach incorporates different sensory channels into the learning process—auditory, tactile, visual, kinesthetic (movement), olfactory (smell), and taste. All sensory inputs support brain development. Our brain is highly interconnected and ever-changing. With CVI, it’s not only about the possibility of visual improvement ...
