The rising number of cases in visual disorders during

development, over the last decade, has strongly

influenced approaches to diagnosis and rehabilitation.

Moreover, the study of visual function has

evolved not only within an ophthalmological, but also a

neurodevelopmental framework: advances in our understanding

of the maturation and plasticity of visual system

functioning have further guided the progress of such

approaches. As a result, the key importance of the

developmental age is now widely acknowledged, from as

early as the first months of life.

This book provides an overview of the diagnosis and

treatment of visual disorders in relation to advances in

neurodevelopmental studies. The concept of early and

multimodal management is discussed, with a focus on

neuro-psycho-ophthalmological issues. The need for

training courses aimed at updating semiological aspects and

methodological and rehabilitative strategies is established,

as being of significant value to clinical practice.