Adaptive functioning and relationship to visual behavior in children with cerebral/cortical visual impairment.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Cerebral/cortical visual impairment (CVI) is a leading cause of pediatric visual impairment in developed countries and is associated with neurologic conditions that may impair adaptive functioning or skills required to perform everyday tasks (eg, communication, socialization, and daily living skills). Adaptive behavior in children with CVI has not been systematically studied, and the relationship between visual function and adaptive function in CVI is unknown.

Methods

We prospectively recruited 49 children with CVI (mean age, 4 ± 3 years). Adaptive behavior was evaluated using the Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scale, 3rd edition (VABS-III). Visual acuity was assessed by a pediatric neuro-ophthalmologist using the six-level Visual Behavior Scale (VBS). The relationshi

SUBMITTER: Nguyen R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11885022 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature