Is your child’s nearsightedness getting worse?
Childhood myopia, or nearsightedness, is more common today than ever before; and it’s progressing faster in many children due to increased screen time, limited outdoor activities, and genetic factors. While myopia may seem like a simple vision problem that glasses or contacts can “fix,” the truth is that unchecked progression can significantly increase your child’s risk of serious eye diseases later in life, including glaucoma, retinal detachment, and macular degeneration.
That’s why it’s so important for parents to actively monitor their child’s vision health and take early action when signs of progression appear. This checklist is designed to help you spot red flags, track changes in your child’s eyesight, and open the door to conversations with an eye care professional about treatment options that go beyond standard glasses.
At-Home Observations (click all that apply)
Risk Factors (click all that apply)
At-Home Observation Questions (click all that apply)
- My child squints, rubs their eyes, or complains of blurry distance vision.
- They hold books, screens, or homework very close to their face.
- They spend more than 2 hours per day on phones, tablets, or computers.
- They rarely play outdoors for 60+ minutes daily.
- Their glasses prescription has changed more than once in the past 18 months.
- They tilt or turn their head when watching TV or reading.
- They often complain of headaches or tired eyes after schoolwork.
Risk Factors (click all that apply)
- One or both parents are nearsighted.
- My child started wearing glasses before age 10.
- My child prefers indoor activities over outdoor play.
What Your Score Means
- 0–1 checks: Keep encouraging outdoor play and healthy screen habits. Monitor with yearly exams.
- 2–3 checks: Your child may be at risk for progression. Consider a specialized myopia control evaluation.
- 4+ checks: High likelihood of progressive myopia. Early treatment can slow or even stop worsening vision.
At Golden Vision, we specialize in advanced myopia management treatments that can slow or even stop the progression of nearsightedness in children. If your child shows one or more of the signs listed above, don’t wait. Early intervention makes all the difference.
Schedule an appointment at one of our convenient Golden Vision locations today to learn more about personalized myopia control solutions for your child.