Learn about the how light can be both a support and a barrier to access for people with CVI, observable behaviors and compensatory skills, general ideas for accommodations, and current research.

2024年12月4日 · Cerebral visual impairment (sometimes called cortical visual impairment or CVI) is a disorder caused by damage to the parts of the brain that process vision. It’s most common in babies and young children, but can continue into adulthood.

2024年11月27日 · If you’re looking for toys for a child with cortical visual impairment (CVI), there are some things to keep in mind. Many children with CVI prefer toys that are bright and visually stimulating, as well as those that offer interesting textures. Toys that light up or make noise can also be a good choice.

A red 100 Light Holiday Super Sphere or a colorful Puzzle or Jigsaw Light both work well for the student just learning to use vision. When using a supplementary light shining on a target to encourage visual attending behavior, dim the overhead lights and reduce natural light coming through windows.

2022年9月27日 · The Light Box is a common tool used with children with CVI (and other visual impairments). It is a rectangular shaped box with a bright light inside and has a translucent top that allows light to shine through.

2018年11月16日 · What are some of your favorite light-up toys for a child with CVI? I’ve got several sitting on Rosalie’s on-going wish-list, including the Munchkin Mozart Magic Cube ($25), the Bright Starts Having a Ball Roll and Chase Bumblebee ($17), and this light-up carousel Toddler and Baby Musical Activity Drum Toy ($25).

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.

6. Light Individuals with CVI may be attracted to sources of light and require specific light supports for activities at near. “Her favorite thing to look at is light.” , “When our son looks at books, he scoots over to the big living room window.” Even after light gazing wans, the need for light, especially backlighting, will remain.

2018年5月14日 · A key characteristic of children with cortical visual impairment (CVI), especially in the early phases, is the need or draw toward light. Being aware of this quality allows parents and those working with children with CVI to adapt the …

My student with CVI is building their functional vision and continues to be attracted to lights. We are searching for activities that are functional and motivating for him so that light can be used as a tool for this.