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Vision and Attention: How Visual Skills Affect Focus and Concentration in Children

August 7, 2025

Vision and Attention: How Visual Skills Affect Focus and Concentration in Children

For many families in British Columbia, concerns about a child’s ability to focus on school can be overwhelming. Whether it’s…

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Vision Therapy vs Tutoring: When the Problem Isn’t Learning

August 7, 2025

Vision Therapy vs Tutoring: When the Problem Isn’t Learning

When a child begins to struggle in school, especially with reading, writing, or focus, many parents assume the next step…

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Best Eye Doctors in Nanaimo: What to Look for in a Family Optometrist

August 7, 2025

Best Eye Doctors in Nanaimo: What to Look for in a Family Optometrist

Looking for the Best Eye Doctor in Nanaimo? Start with These Questions. Does anyone in your family experience: If so,…

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Contact Lens Fittings in Nanaimo and Victoria: Why Proper Fit Matters

August 6, 2025

Contact Lens Fittings in Nanaimo and Victoria: Why Proper Fit Matters

Contact lenses offer freedom, convenience, and clear vision—but only when they’re properly fitted, monitored, and cared for. While many people…

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Dizziness and Balance Problems in Adults: When Vision Is the Hidden Cause

July 22, 2025

Dizziness and Balance Problems in Adults: When Vision Is the Hidden Cause

Dizziness can be one of the most unsettling sensations a person experiences. Whether it’s a persistent light-headedness, a sense of…

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Where to Book a Functional Vision Exam in Victoria

July 15, 2025

Where to Book a Functional Vision Exam in Victoria

If you or your child are experiencing vision-related symptoms that don’t show up on a standard eye chart, a comprehensive…

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February 27, 2021

Should My Child See An Occupational Therapist Or A Vision Therapist?

Parents of a child struggling to keep up at school will do almost anything to get their child the help…

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January 29, 2021

Struggling with Reading & Overall Learning Problems

During COVID-19, parents are challenged with the task of supporting their children?s studies as they contend with online classrooms and…

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January 24, 2021

How Vision Therapy Impacts Confidence & Success

Building confidence in children is critical to their success. However, children with poorly developed visual skills tend to lack confidence…

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December 30, 2020

4 Ways To Help Your Students With Vision-Related Learning Difficulties

An estimated 1.25 million children in North America are affected by some form of visual impairment that impacts their daily…

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November 26, 2020

Choose Holiday Gifts That Support Your Child?s Vision

Gift giving season is fast approaching. If you plan on purchasing a gift for a child, you may want to…

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October 28, 2020

How to Know If Your Child Has a Functional Vision Problem

Many parents mistakenly assume that if their children have excellent eyesight, their visual system is functioning normally. Yet even if…

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