Visual Perception
Visual Perception is the ability of the brain to process, and correctly use the information received through vision. It is a complex and multi layered skill area and is essential in many everyday functional activities. When difficulties are experienced in this area, you may note a child having challenges in:
- Ability to visually identify similarities and differences (discriminate shapes and colours)
- Fine motor skills (writing, cutting, drawing, manipulating objects)
- Difficulty finding objects in a cluttered or 'busy' environment
- Self care skills (eg dressing)
- Reading
- Engaging in co-ordinated gross motor activities