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The newborn vision is not as clear as in adult. The development of vision will become gradually clearer by the age of 4 to 5 years.

The visual behaviors of children of each age range can be described as follows.

♦Newborn - 3 months : Children have blurred vision during this age range. They are unable to look directly or trace objects with their eyes and also turn their head away from bright light. Sometimes, it seems that they have strabismus but it will disappear when they grow up.

♦3 months or more : Children begin to look at objects in close and their three-dimensional vision is also developed. If the children have strabismus in this age range, the ophthalmologist will be able to make a clear diagnosis.

♦6 months or more : Children have a stronger vision and can identify objects both near and far distance much better. They are becoming more interested in the environment around them, and can also visualize three-dimensional images like an adult.

♦4-5 years : Children can read numbers normally as same as an adult.

Eye Care Suggestions for Children

♦They should read in the place where there is enough light that it should not be too dim or too bright.

♦Do not lie down while reading (lie on your back or on your side) because the gravity will bring the book closely to the face that the eye muscles must work harder more than usual which could overexert the eyes and lead to pain.

♦Do not read book or play video games in the car because the eyes must be focused more than usual, and the vibration of the car will cause eye fatigue easily.

♦Do not play video games, computer, computer games and watch T.V. or video continuously for long time. They should rest the eyes periodically by looking further away.

♦The light of the screen must not be too bright, and it should be adjusted to provide adequate lighting. Do not rely only on screen light.

♦The children should be encouraged to play outdoors. Do not allow them to watch T.V. or play computer all day.

Reference from : Rutnin Eye Hospital

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