Colour blindness, or colour vision deficiency, is a fascinating phenomenon rooted in the very structure of our eyes. To truly understand it, we must explore the anatomical differences that shape how individuals perceive colour. For those with typical colour vision, the ability to distinguish a vast spectrum of colours is a given. However, for those […]

Living with colour blindness is often a journey of adapting and explaining, but what’s most challenging isn’t the condition itself – it’s the misconceptions that others have about it. For many, the frustration stems not from what we can’t see, but from what others assume about us and our experiences. First, let’s address the most […]

As someone who is colour blind, the world often feels like an enigma wrapped in shades of grey, muddled reds, and indistinct greens. I’ve never experienced the vivid reds of a summer rose or the deep blues of a calm ocean, but I’ve learned to paint my world in a different way – through smell. […]

Parenting comes with its own set of challenges and joys, and raising a child with colour blindness brings a unique perspective to the mix. While not a life-threatening condition, colour blindness can influence a child’s daily life and their understanding of the world. Often inherited from the mother, who is usually a carrier without symptoms, […]