Signs of a Vision Problem
Most people recognize that when someone squints or has trouble seeing far away that this is a sign of a vision problem. But there are many other signs to be alert to. Please look over the list below and see how many of these signs are happening.
Signs of a Vision Problem
Frequency
- Blur when looking up close
Never / Sometimes / Often
- Double vision
Never / Sometimes / Often
- Headaches working up close
Never / Sometimes / Often
- Falls asleep when reading
Never / Sometimes / Often
- Poor reading comprehension
Never / Sometimes / Often
- Skips/repeats words/lines when reading
Never / Sometimes / Often
- Loses place reading or copying
Never / Sometimes / Often
- Uses finger as a pointer
Never / Sometimes / Often
- Tilts head/closes one eye when reading
Never / Sometimes / Often
- Avoids near work/reading
Never / Sometimes / Often
- Print appears to move when reading
Never / Sometimes / Often
- Labeled “lazy”, “slow learner”, “AD(H)D” or “behavior problem”
Never / Sometimes / Often
- Misaligns digits or columns of numbers
Never / Sometimes / Often
- Dizziness/nausea with near work
Never / Sometimes / Often
- Excessive blinking/rubbing eyes
Never / Sometimes / Often
- Poor/inconsistent in sports
Never / Sometimes / Often
- Holds reading material too close
Never / Sometimes / Often
- Trouble keeping attention on reading
Never / Sometimes / Often
- Difficulty completing assignments on time
Never / Sometimes / Often
- Avoids sports or games
Never / Sometimes / Often
- Poor handwriting
Never / Sometimes / Often
- Difficulty copying from chalkboard
Never / Sometimes / Often
- Clumsy/knocks things over
Never / Sometimes / Often
- Car/motion sickness
Never / Sometimes / Often
- Sees worse at the end of the day
Never / Sometimes / Often
- Homework takes forever
Never / Sometimes / Often
Appointment Recommended
If you find that you or your child have 3 or more symptoms above, it is recommended that you schedule an appointment for a Binocular Vision Evaluation.
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