Myopia can develop early on in one’s life, and it can be difficult for parents to recognize if their child is currently dealing with myopia. As a parent, it is important to remain vigilant when looking for signs that your child has myopia, such as squinting or having to sit up close to the television or computer screen to see clearly.

Some studies have shown that parents may be able to help slow the development of your child’s myopia by limiting screen time. As the use of digital screens continues to rise, it is important to remind your child to take breaks from using digital devices.

If you believe your child has myopia, it’s important to address it as early as possible. At Optical Illusions we offer extensive pediatric eye exams; if you are curious about what we can do to help slow the progression of your child’s myopia, don’t hesitate to contact us.

There are ways to tell if you’re experiencing symptoms of myopia, even if you have never been formally diagnosed. The most distinct problem you will be able to recognize is that distant objects will seem out of focus or blurry.

Some other telltale signs that you are nearsighted are:

• You find yourself frequently squinting to see distant objects
• You experience headaches when looking at distant objects
• You need to sit closer to your television, computer, or theatre screens to see better
• Needing to blink a lot
• Needing to rub your eyes frequently