Have you ever noticed your child is squinting or holding reading material extremely close to their face? Do they seem to have a short attention span or have difficulty reading?
While these observations can indicate a learning difficulty, the solution may be as simple as an undiagnosed vision problem.
Children do not know the difference between normal vision and visual abnormalities. They only know what they have experienced, making them much less likely than an adult to complain of blurry vision.
The American Academy of Ophthalmology officially recommends vision screenings:
Once children enter school, it is recommended to get an eye exam every year.
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