Symptoms Shared by AD(H)D and Learning-Related Visual Problems
- Failure to give close attention to details or makes careless mistakes
- Difficulty sustaining attention in tasks or play activities*
- Does not listen when spoken to directly
- Does not follow through on instructions/fails to finish work*
- Difficulty organizing tasks and activities*
- Avoids, dislikes or is reluctant to engage in tasks requiring sustained mental effort*
- Often loses things*
- Often distracted*
- Forgetful in daily activities
- Often fidgets or squirms in seat*
- Has difficulty remaining seated when required to do so*
- Talks excessively
- Blurts out answers to questions before they have been completed
- Has difficulty waiting his/her turn*
*Also normal for a child under 7.
Schedule an appointment for a functional vision evaluation with Dr. Beasley at All Ages Vision Care so you will get a true diagnosis.
