Three More Subtle Signs Your Child May Need Glasses
If your child seems able to see the blackboard and isn't struggling in school, then their eyes are probably fine, right? Well – maybe not. Visual difficulties cause different signs and symptoms in different children, and if your child's visual difficulties are pretty minor, he or she may still be able to see the blackboard and other larger items effectively. But it's still important to detect these minor visual struggles so your child can be treated properly, helping to prevent them from getting worse. Here's a look at three more subtle signs your child may need glasses.
Your child tilts their head while watching TV.
If your child tends to sit in front of the TV (or computer) with their head cocked to one side, this is a sign that they may have limited vision in one eye. They're still able to see the TV, but they have to tilt their head to compensate for that bad eye and see more clearly through the other one.
Your child squints a lot.
Try squinting and looking at something far away from you. It looks clearer when you squint, doesn't it? If your child's vision is suffering, he or she may squint in order to see far away things more clearly. You may also notice this when your child is looking at small, intricate details like text in a book. Note that it's normal for people to squint if their eyes are just tired or the room is bright. So, if you spot your child doing this once or twice, start paying closer attention to verify that it's a habit before you bring them to the eye doctor.
Your child has become more clumsy.
Clumsiness can be a sign of many things, from a lack of sleep to a growth spurt. But one possible reason for clumsiness is that your child's vision is suffering. They may not see things clearly or quickly enough, causing them to bump into things or miss grabbing things properly. Most often, a child with visual difficulty will be more clumsy in unfamiliar spaces than in their own home, since they know the layout of their own home well and can navigate it even without seeing clearly.
If you notice your child displaying one or more of these symptoms, it's time to make an appointment with an eye doctor. Glasses may be necessary to correct your child's vision and make their life easier. For more information or assistance, contact vision experts, like those at Valley Vision Optometric Center Robson Cheryl K OD.
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