ABSTRACT
Anthony is eight years old. His hearing and vision are impaired. He rarely responds to ‘everyday’ sounds around him, but seems attracted to loud music; he does not respond to his name or to spoken language, although he may pause at a shout. He peers closely at objects, and often collides with people and obstacles in his path. He may move towards lights and large shiny objects, especially red ones. He has glasses, and usually wears them. Hearing aids have been prescribed, but Anthony rejects them; he also suffers from frequent ear infections.
