Getting your child’s eyes checked on time can significantly boost their academic performance. We interact with the outside world through our sensory organs. While all senses are essential, 80% of our connection to the external world happens through our vision. Many consider it the most crucial sense.
Losing sight is what disconnects us the most from our surroundings. It means saying goodbye to the faces of our loved ones, enjoying natural landscapes, and appreciating the wonderful works of art created by humans. The loss of sight is a significant obstacle to gathering information for the brain and, logically, knowledge.
Even a reduction in vision quality negatively impacts children’s development. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), children with uncorrected vision problems experience an impairment in their ability to learn and reach their full potential.
Since vision problems start early, the CDC recommends that children undergo regular eye exams to keep their eyes healthy.
If you’re a parent and notice that your child frequently closes their eyes, rubs them often, has trouble concentrating, or experiences headaches or fatigue after finishing schoolwork, it’s time to schedule an appointment with your trusted optometrist for an exam.
Notably, a study showed that children prescribed glasses to correct refractive errors like myopia or hyperopia improved their academic performance and overall well-being.
In this context, the American Optometric Association recommends that children have their vision checked at six months and then at three years, just before starting school. Once in school, they should check their vision at least every two years.
By the way, vision exams are covered by most vision insurance plans offered by Univista Insurance. Getting your child’s eyes checked on time can significantly boost their academic performance.
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