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“+ BETTER CHILD symptoms that parents and teachers should watch out for include trouble sorting or identifying colourful objects and the child complaining about poor vision in dim lighting. Unusual use of colour in drawings or artwork is another indication that your child may be colour blind. Just keep in mind that, while children with colour blindness may confuse certain colours, their vision remains clear. The condition also typically stays stable over time without getting better or worse. HOW THE CONDITION IMPACTS CHILDREN Colour is part of everyday life, but children with colour blindness see it differently. This can lead to unique challenges (particularly in education), including: « Having trouble telling certain colours apart + Struggling with assignments that require using or understanding colours + Requiring better lighting and special seating in class » Feeling embarrassed or frustrated « Getting teased or bullied : Difficulty using coloured markers on a whiteboard Sports can also be challenging for colour-blind kids, both in playing and watching. Moreover, if colour blindness is not diagnosed early, it may cause more problems for the child later in life. For example, careers in fields like art, design, and certain sciences may be challenging for those with colour blindness, as they require accurate colour perception. However, some colour-blind artists have used their unique colour perspective to create innovative and distinctive works. Everyday activities, like reading maps, picking out ripe fruit, or simply matching clothes, can also be tough and research shows that up to 90% of colour-blind people struggle with daily tasks involving colour. Therefore, because colour blindness impacts learning and social experiences, it is crucial to recognise and properly support children with this condition. SUPPORTING A COLOUR-BLIND CHILD Actively supporting a child and collaborating with their educators can help them overcome the challenges of colour blindness and succeed both in school and in their daily life. Parents can offer this assistance in the following ways: *= Communicating with the school - by informing staff about a child’s colour
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