HOW TO TELL IF YOUR CHILD NEEDS GLASSES

Keeping a close eye on your child's eyesight can help you to spot any problems early and get children the help that they need. With these helpful tips, any issues will become crystal clear

One aspect of children’s health that often gets overlooked is their eyesight. Having undiagnosed issues with eyesight can really affect your child’s day to day life, so early detection is key. If left untreated, they may find school harder and their eyesight will deteriorate more quickly. There are plenty of telltale signs that your little one is experiencing difficulties with their eyes and, if you suspect that your child has a problem, a simple eye exam from your local optician is the best place to start. Here are eight things to look out for that may mean your child is struggling with their eyesight.

Rubbing

If your child rubs their eyes regularly or often mentions that their eyes are tired, it can mean that they are experiencing short-sightedness or long-sightedness. Their eyes are straining to see properly and this strain is tiring them out. Furthermore, when your child rubs their eyes, there is a chance they will damage them or worsen the problem. So the best course of action is to get an eye exam and help relieve those tired eyes!

Squinting

If you notice that your child sometimes squints to see something far away from them, such as a friend across the street, or even a clock on the wall, this may mean that they have shortsightedness, known as myopia. The usual course of action is a pair of glasses for your child, which will correct the nearsightedness they’re experiencing.