Vision is arguably the most important of the five senses; it plays a crucial role throughout childhood and beyond. Yet many parents don’t understand how vision helps their children develop appropriately. The articles below can help.
Q&A with Dr. Dolman
Dr. Dolman Answers Your Eyecare Questions
What are some of the warning signs to look out for to identify a possible vision problem in children?
Children with distance vision blur might squint to try to read from the white/smart board at the front of the class. Children with near vision blur might blink more frequently or rub their eyes to try to clear the reading material. Unfortunately most children with a vision problem will not show any warning signs. That’s why an annual eye exam should be part of every family’s routine.