http://ning.it/xnQHRN Thanks to OEPF and Utah Valley University! Jillian and I are heading to Utah to share her story. Please read!
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Robin Benoit
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- Norman, OK
- United States
Robin Benoit's Groups
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The Vision and Learning …
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Apps 4 Vision Development
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Parent Support
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Team Jillian: Advocacy …
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Robin Benoit's Page
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"It is imperative we make this information available to all concerned about the welfare of children" -- G.N. Getman, 1971, COVD Meeting.
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Love the Optometric Extension Program Foundation. Working together on some great projects to promote vision therapy. More info soon!
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Link to "Jillian's Story" for Kindles. Also available for NOOK, IPad and Sony E-Readers. Thanks for sharing! http://ning.it/xfXMop
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Dr. Dan L. Fortenbacher replied to Robin Benoit's discussion 'Is it ADHD or a Vision Problem?' in the group Team Jillian: Advocacy Group for Patients and Parents
Robin, the problem answering this question is because ADD/ADHD are umbrella terms that are defined by a series of behaviors, the most common being attentional drift/poor concentration. For anyone to suggest that those who struggle with the problem…
Robin Benoit replied to Sarah in Ohio's discussion 'I need basic info on Vision Therapy for Columbus, Ohio.' in the group The Vision and Learning VT Parents Group
I don't know if it will help, but my book "Jillian's Story" was written for parents just like you. I searched and searched for vision therapy information, especially stories from parents whose children had success with…
The Vision and Learning VT Parents Group
This is a public group for parents with children who currently suffer from vision related learning problems and for those parents who can share their insights and understanding after having a child who has completed vision therapy treatment.
Robin Benoit joined Dr. Dan L. Fortenbacher's group
Dr. Leonard J. Press replied to Robin Benoit's discussion 'Is it ADHD or a Vision Problem?' in the group Team Jillian: Advocacy Group for Patients and Parents
Interesting experience you've had, Robin. Welcome to the club! You hit a raw nerve because there is a vested industry in this country - Big Pharma combined with the pediatricians and psychiatrists who are their agents, who get…
Please help be an advocate for vision therapy. Share "Jillian's Story" all around the world. www.jilliansstory.com, Kindle, NOOK, IPad.
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Is it ADHD or a Vision Problem?
Jillian was never diagnosed as ADHD, but when studying the symptoms, I was amazed at how easily she could have been misdiagnosed. Jillian and I have received many emails from parents and children who have been caught in the misdiagnosis trap. After reading a New York Times article last week, "Ritalin Gone Bad," I shared this article through Twitter and Facebook. This started an avalanche of hate mail! Groups who offer services for ADD/ADHD patients, reading specialists, doctors, etc. have…See More
Robin Benoit added a discussion to the group Team Jillian: Advocacy Group for Patients and Parents
Team Jillian: Advocacy Group for Patients and Parents
Join Robin and Jillian Benoit, authors of "Jillian's Story: How Vision Therapy Changed My Daughter's Life" in advocating vision therapy and comprehensive eye exams. Group for patients, parents, doctors and vision therapists.
Cristin Mattione joined Robin Benoit's group
http://ning.it/zwl6tp "Jillian's Story" is available on Amazon for Kindles. It is sharing enabled for lending to patients/colleagues.
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"JillIan's Story: How Vision Therapy Changed My Daughter's Life" is now on E-book via www.amazon.com for and ITunes for IPads.
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Comment Wall (5 comments)
- At 11:21am on May 25, 2011,
Carole L. Hong, OD, FCOVD said… - Looking forward to seeing you on Sovoto and at COVD! Thanks for all you do!
- At 9:57am on May 25, 2011,
Sue Barry said… Welcome to Sovoto, Robin! It was great meeting you last month.
- At 9:20am on May 25, 2011,
Dan Press said… - Glad you joined Robin, welcome!
- At 10:56pm on May 24, 2011,
Dr. Leonard J. Press said…
- Ditto!
- At 7:23pm on May 24, 2011,
Dr. Dan L. Fortenbacher said…
- Welcome to Sovoto, Robin!
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