How do I know if my child needs glasses?
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“Common signs include sitting too close to the TV or screen, squinting at the board from the back of the class, rubbing eyes often, complaining of headaches or tired eyes, tilting the head to read, or losing their place while reading. Some signs are age-specific though — preschoolers, primary schoolers and teenagers can each show different patterns.”
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