| Three areas of concern in
detecting symptoms of learning-related vision problems
are highlighted in this checklist. Appearance of
the Eyes
- Crossed, turning in, out or moving independently
of each other
- Reddened, watering eyes, encrusted eyelids
Behavioral Indications of Possible Vision
Difficulty
- Dislike or avoidance of close work
- Short attention span for the child's age or
frequent
daydreaming
- Turns or tilts head to use one eye or closing
one eye
- Placing head close to book or desk when reading
or
writing
- Excessive blinking or rubbing of eyes
- Losing place while reading or writing
- Using finger or marker to guide eyes
- Difficulty remembering what is read
- Persistent reversals after second grade
- Difficulty remembering, identifying and
reproducing
basic geometric forms
- Difficulty with sequential concepts
- Poor eye-hand coordination when copying from
chalkboard, throwing or catching a ball, buttoning
clothing or tying their shoes
Complaints Associated With using the Eyes
- Headaches, nausea and dizziness
- Burning or itching eyes
- Blurring of vision time
- Double vision
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