Behavioural optometry is an extended area of optometry which considers visual motor and visual cognitive skills and assesses both the functioning of the eyes as well as the brain. The holistic approach assesses how a child processes and interprets visual information and helps detect common eye problems that may accompany or contribute to learning difficulties. Once a functional visual problem has been identified, the optometrist will outline the benefits of prevention, protection and enhancement for your child’s visual system. Prevent vision and eye problems from developing Provide treatment for vision problems that have already developed Develop and enhance the visual skills needed in the classroom