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  Normal Vision
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  Deuteranope

Issue

You need to color something in with specific colors and instructions (Eg. maps).

Coping Mechanism

Purchase coloring utensils that are labeled. Don't assume you know the color because you probably don't and you will more than likely lose points.

Issue

In some science classes you may be asked to document chemical reactions and other color specific tasks.

Coping Mechanism

You have to have an observational, color normal lab partner, otherwise, this is a very difficult, if not impossible task. Also, be sure to remind your teacher that you are colorblind if you are by yourself.

Issue

Dressing in the morning.

Coping Mechanism

Ask your parents for their opinion on what matches. Remember what outfits match each other and just continuously wear them together. When you begin mixing and matching, more than likely you not matching just mixing. Who wants to be teased?

Issue

Contrasting colors on presentation boards (chalkboards, white/wash boards, smart boards etc)

Coping Mechanism

Let the teacher know that you have difficulties with certain colors on the board and ask if she can change to something that is easier for you to see. Ask your teacher if you can sit by a friend who can help you if you can't see something because of the color contrast. I suggest asking the teacher if she will use white chalk on a chalkboard.

Issue

Art class

Coping Mechanism

Don't take art! Just kidding. Don't try to conform your art to everyone else's. Art is all about creativity and imagination. Do Van Gogh's resemble real life? No. Make things that you think look good. There are many colorblind artists who have made plenty of money and are famous because their art is unique. Look into Charles Meryon (1821-1868), Arthur Burdett Frost (1851-1928), Clifton Pugh (1924-1990).

Issue

Organizing (Eg. Folders)

Coping Mechanism

Any time that it's possible, try not to use only color-coding for organization but some other characteristic, such as labeling the folders.