If your child is having vision problems, there could be several signs that it's happening. Children have specific behaviors when they have vision problems. When you see these behaviors, it's a good idea to take your child to an eye doctor for an eye exam. They may need a prescription for glasses or a stronger prescription than what they already have. Call Advanced Eye Care in Amarillo, Canyon, Dumas, or Hereford to schedule your child's eye exam.

Problems at School

Many children who have vision problems will have their grades get worse. They may also be frustrated and have behavioral problems due to this frustration. They may have trouble with social cues because they can't see facial expressions and gestures very well. They may have their grades dip because they can't see the board properly.

They may miss out on homework written on the board or on demonstrations that are done by the teacher. If your child is suddenly having problems at school, not being able to see well may be behind them. Your child should see an eye doctor to rule out problems with their eyes.

Physical Problems

It's common for parents to see their child squinting or closing one eye in an attempt to see better. If you see squinting or your child is rubbing their eyes, these are classic symptoms of vision issues. Your child may also get a lot of headaches, particularly while at school. They may have eyes that are sore or tired because they are trying so hard to see better.

Contact Our Optometrists at Advanced Eye Care

Every child needs to have eye exams to monitor and maintain their eye health. It's a good idea to do this when you're getting ready for your child to go back to school so that their glasses come with a fresh prescription. If you live in or around Amarillo, Canyon, Dumas, and Hereford call our team today at (806) 355-9536 to schedule an appointment at Advanced Eye Care.