Hidden signs of vision problems in children
Children learn and absorb the world around them with their senses, especially by watching and observing. If their eyesight is troubling them, they may not be able to express it, but they will be struggling. The child may have a hard time doing well in school and other activities. Getting physically active and performing sports also require good eyesight to protect them from getting injured. In short, a child’s eyesight directly determines the quality of their life and their ability to learn.
What are some hidden signs your child is having vision problems?
1. Short attention span
If your child is quickly losing interest in all learning/sports activities that require them to focus, their eyes might be the reason to blame. They might be trying hard to focus, and that could be draining their energy. It would be a good idea to take them to a pediatric optometrist or ophthalmologist instead of trying to get them focused.
2. Losing track while reading
Is your child getting stuck often while reading (aloud or silently) as they lose track of the sentence? It’s not always a problem of lack of interest. The problem might be their poor eyesight.
3. Turning their head to the side
Children may resort to turning their heads to the side to look at something in front of them as it might help them see better. This behaviour can be a sign of astigmatism, a common refractive error.
4. Avoiding reading or such close activities
If their eyes are straining while doing up-close activities like reading, drawing, and playing games, they will develop a tendency to avoid these. These activities are crucial for their cognitive development. And they might just need some help with their eyesight to explore what’s in front of them.
How often should you get your child’s eyes examined?
When their eyes or vision are having a problem, it may not be obvious all the time. They are children, and they might not realize that their eyesight is not good. Even if they do, they might not be able to tell us. It is crucial to detect the vision problems in children at the earliest to treat them and correct them. This is why examining children’s eyes at certain intervals play a significant role in maintaining their eye health. Childhood, especially early childhood, is a time of dynamic changes in a short period. Their body changes so fast, and so does their eyes. Keeping track of their eye health is the best way to protect them from hidden eye diseases. Diagnosing eye diseases at the earliest increases the chances and speed of recovery. If they are off track with their eyesight, let’s help them get back on track! Because a bright future starts with a healthy pair of eyes.
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