synsbehov

Synsbehov refers to vision-related needs—the information, environmental, and technological accommodations required to support individuals with visual impairment or reduced visual function. The concept encompasses both acute and chronic conditions affecting sight and occasionally visual processing. In education, synsbehov denotes the adjustments and supports provided to learners to access curriculum on equal terms. This can include specialized instructional materials (large print, braille, or digital content with appropriate accessibility features), assistive technologies (screen readers, magnification software), and adaptations to the physical and digital learning environment (appropriate lighting, reduced glare, high-contrast materials, ergonomic seating).

Assessment is typically performed by health professionals such as optometrists or ophthalmologists, complemented by educational assessments to determine appropriate accommodations. In workplaces and public services, addressing synsbehov means applying universal design principles and providing accessible information and communication. This may involve accessible documents, signposted spaces, audible alerts, and alternatives to visual-only content.

Implementation relies on collaboration among professionals, educators, and families, with ongoing reassessment as needs change. Although synsbehov is primarily framed around visual capacity, it can intersect with broader sensory and cognitive considerations, requiring coordinated supports to ensure participation, safety, and learning opportunities for individuals with visual challenges.