Why are Thousands of Neurodivergent British Children Missing Out on Basic Sight Tests?

Tens of thousands of neurodivergent children in the UK are missing out on essential eye care, despite being 28 times more likely to develop serious sight problems than their peers. Current standard optometry practices often fail to accommodate sensory and communication needs, leading to misdiagnoses that exacerbate behavioral distress and impose significant economic burdens on healthcare and education systems. Addressing this gap requires accessible, specialized vision testing to prevent long-term learning delays and reduce unnecessary support costs.

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All articles from 12 August 2026. Summaries are AI-generated and may contain errors; the linked article is the authority.