Signs of Vision Difficulty

• A book held very close to the eyes – only seven or eight inches away.
  Pages counted before reading, and only shorter pieces are considered.
• The head moves back and forth while reading, instead of the eyes. Finger (if used) to track lines in book.
• Subvocalisation during reading, murmuring or silent moving of lips
• Complaints of blurring or double vision or headaches.
• Short attention span while reading – child is quickly fatigued.
• Homework takes hours when it shouldn't.
• Child seems to do well enough but recalls only portions or has spotty understanding; whereas if material is read aloud, child has virtually total recall.
• The child is well coordinated, yet has trouble with ball games (softball, tennis, kickball).
• Schoolwork that depends largely on reading, such as history or English, is difficult, while subjects such as maths and science are learned easily.
  If you have noticed more than a few of these signs, it is time to see a behavioural optometrist who can assist with the vision training.

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