How Poor Eye Tracking Leads to Homework Struggles

Published on

September 21, 2024

Do you and your child find yourselves locked in "homework wars"? Losing their place while reading, struggling to focus, and constant frustration could be signs that your child’s eyes aren’t working together properly. Poor eye teaming and tracking skills are common causes of reading difficulties, and they can make homework feel like an uphill battle.

What Is Eye Tracking and Why Is It Important?

Eye tracking refers to the ability of the eyes to move smoothly across a page, staying focused on the words. When the eyes don’t work together as a team, it’s like trying to read on a bumpy four-wheel-drive adventure—everything seems to bounce around, making it nearly impossible to focus. This causes frustration for both the child and the parent, leading to what Dr. Rick Graebe FCOVD refers to as “homework wars.”

How Vision Therapy Can Help

The good news is that eye tracking skills are learned, and they can be improved. At Neuro-Visual Performance Institute, we offer personalized vision therapy programs specifically designed to help children strengthen their eye coordination and tracking. These programs address the underlying visual issues that make reading so challenging, allowing children to improve their reading performance and focus.

Success Stories: Overcoming Eye Tracking Issues

Dr. Rick Graebe FCOVD has helped countless children overcome eye tracking deficits and excel in school. For example, we recently worked with a student from Lexington who was struggling with homework, frequently losing their place while reading. Through a series of vision therapy sessions, their eye tracking skills improved dramatically, and homework became a much less stressful experience for the entire family.

Helping Your Child Succeed

If your child is struggling with homework and reading, consider scheduling a developmental vision exam. These exams can uncover hidden visual issues that may be holding your child back. By addressing these challenges early, you can help your child gain the skills they need to succeed in school and beyond.

Schedule a Vision Evaluation Today

At Neuro-Visual Performance Institute, Dr. Rick Graebe FCOVD provides comprehensive vision evaluations and therapy programs to help children improve their visual skills and perform better in school. With offices in Versailles and Somerset, we serve families across Central and Southern Kentucky. To schedule an appointment, call us at 859-879-0089 or visit https://nvpinstitute.com/