National Vision & Learning Month 2016
Summer is almost over! As you begin to write your back to school list, remember to include an eye exam! Start your child's school year primed for success with clear vision
Has your "child" grown taller than you? We understand! College bound students still need reminders from their parents; have they updated their prescriptions? For contact lens wearers, are their backup glasses up- to-date? Call to make your child's appointment today at (734)525-8170 or email us here .
Vision Affects Learning
Vision is complex and accounts for 65% of all the pathways to the brain. However, school screenings often only test visual acuity. Read these staggering statistics.
It is estimated that:
- 80% of children with a learning disability have an undiagnosed vision problem.
- 25% of students in grades K-6 have visual problems that are serious enough to impede learning and lead to academic and/or behavioral problems.
- Studies show that children with visual perceptual and eye movement difficulties do poorly on standardized testing.
Parents' Guide for Detecting Vision Problems
Observations of your child in school and at home are very important in helping to determine if your child has a vision issue impeding potential.
Children with learning-related vision issues rarely report symptoms. They assume that everyone sees things the same as they do. The following is a list of signs and symptoms that may indicate your child has a vision problem - CLICK HERE .
