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• Take your child for regular eye checks
A child’s vision is critical to their learning and development. Making regular checkups with an optometrist is essential. In the UK, all
children under the age of 16 are entitled to free sight tests with the NHS. Whilst a child can be seen at any age, they are most
typically tested in an opticians’ practice from around the ages of 3-4. Make sure you let the optometrist know about any family
history of eye or vision problems.
• When using a computer, place a light source behind you.
When you or your child is using a laptop or tablet, avoid placing a light source behind the screen, as your eyes will struggle to adjust
to the two competing light sources. Instead, place your lamp to the side or behind you to avoid discomfort and eye strain.
• Always sit at an arms’ distance away from your screen.
Sitting too close to a screen can cause discomfort, stress and strain on your eyes and can be a sign that your child is developing
short-sightedness or Myopia. To prevent this, always sit at least an arm’s length away from your screen. If you notice your child sits
closer and is displaying signs of eye discomfort, they may require some form of vision correction, and we would advise that you
book an appointment with your local optician.
• Every 20 minutes spent staring at a screen; spend 20 seconds looking at something 20ft away.
The 20/20/20 rule (for every 20 minutes spent on a digital device, spend 20 seconds looking at something 20 feet away) can be
difficult to monitor in children. Designating a specific time period for digital use with intermittent activities arranged between these
times will give your child’s eyes a break.