"Sometimes the signs of a vision issue don’t show up in an eye exam—they show up in your child’s behavior."

In this episode, Jessica shares three key behaviors at home that could indicate your child is struggling with a hidden vision issue. While a 20/20 eye exam might suggest everything is fine, these red flags could signal there’s more going on beneath the surface.

Behaviors to Watch For:

1. Difficulty Paying Attention – Symptoms that mimic ADHD, like trouble focusing on tasks, could be related to convergence insufficiency or other vision challenges.
2. Emotional Exhaustion After School – If your child melts down or becomes irritable at home, it may be due to the strain of compensating for vision issues throughout the school day.
3. Clumsiness and Spatial Awareness Issues – Frequent tripping, bumping into objects, or difficulty with left/right orientation may point to problems with depth perception or visual processing.

Jessica explains how these behaviors often go unnoticed or misdiagnosed but can be addressed through vision therapy. If these signs resonate with you, tune in to learn more about how to support your child and where to seek help.

(00:00) Intro
(00:48) Identifying Vision Issues in Children
(02:40) Behavioral Signs of Vision Problems
(03:43) Understanding Convergence Insufficiency
(05:12) The 4D Built to Read Program
(06:01) School Performance and Vision
(08:19) Clumsiness and Vision
(10:11) Dyslexia vs. Vision Issues

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Simple, fun games can help strengthen your child’s visual skills and set them up for reading success.

In this episode, Jessica shares three engaging and easy-to-implement activities that can support your child’s reading development by enhancing critical visual skills. These games not only build skills but also create opportunities for connection and fun.

Here are the three activities:

1. Staring Contests – A playful way to improve fixation, helping your child’s eyes stay focused on one spot, which is vital for reading.
2. Newspaper Tracking – A fun exercise to develop smooth and accurate eye movements (saccades), which are essential for following text while reading.
3. Memory Games – Classic memory-matching games boost visual recall, aiding in recognizing letters, words, and sight word shapes.

Jessica explains how these games target specific visual skills and offers practical tips to incorporate them into daily life. Whether you’re looking to help your struggling reader or just want to boost their visual abilities, these activities can make a big difference.

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• Start your FREE TRIAL today 4D Built to Read Digital Program
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Follow us at 4D Vision Gym on Facebook and Instagram @4dvisiongymvt for the latest news and updates. DM us if you have any Vision Therapy related questions - you may hear the answer in a future episode!

If you enjoyed this show, please rate, review, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. We really appreciate your support!
Send us a screenshot of your review and receive 10% off any one of our 4D Vision Gym products or services. And if your friends or family are experiencing inexplicable challenges, refer them to this podcast and tell them, “It Could Be Your Eyes.”

"Every 20 minutes, look 20 feet away for 20 seconds. It’s the simplest habit with the biggest impact on eye health."

In this quick, solo episode, Jessica shares a simple but powerful strategy to protect your child's eyes from the effects of prolonged screen time: the 20-20-20 rule. This method is an easy way to reduce eye strain and support your child's visual health, especially as kids spend more time on screens for learning and play.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• What is the 20-20-20 Rule? How it works and why it’s so effective.
• Why Visual Breaks Matter: How prolonged screen time can cause visual stress, spasms, and even an increase in nearsightedness.
• Simple Tips for Parents and Teachers: Creative ways to make "eye breaks" fun and effective for kids, plus why parents should use this method too!

If you’re looking for an easy, science-backed way to protect your child’s eyes (and your own), this episode will give you everything you need to start the 20-20-20 habit today.

Check out our Digital Programs

• Start your FREE TRIAL today 4D Built to Read Digital Program
• Concussion Recovery
• Built to Drive

Follow us at 4D Vision Gym on Facebook and Instagram @4dvisiongymvt for the latest news and updates. DM us if you have any Vision Therapy related questions - you may hear the answer in a future episode!

If you enjoyed this show, please rate, review, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. We really appreciate your support!
Send us a screenshot of your review and receive 10% off any one of our 4D Vision Gym products or services. And if your friends or family are experiencing inexplicable challenges, refer them to this podcast and tell them, “It Could Be Your Eyes.”