Clear vision is crucial for a child’s academic success and overall well-being.
Children with reduced vision are likely to fall behind since learning is up to 80% vision based.
Studies have shown that 25% of school aged children have a vision disorder.
School vision screenings miss up to 75% of vision problems, so they are not a substitute for a comprehensive eye examination.
Squinting
Head tilting
Headaches
Difficulty reading the whiteboard at school
Losing place while reading
Poor reading comprehension
Avoiding doing homework
Holding book very close to face while reading
Sitting too close to the TV or computer screen
Reading and near work avoidance
Treating childhood vision issues early is essential in contributing to a child’s ability to achieve their highest academic potential.
The new school year is a great time to bring your child for an eye exam to ensure that they are seeing their best and set them up for academic success!