In this episode of The Beehive, Dr. Blair Rolnick welcomes Dr. Sari Schwartz, an optometrist who specializes in pediatrics, vision development, vision rehabilitation and vision therapy. They emphasize the critical role vision plays in academics, noting that 80% of information intake is visual. They discuss modern treatments for amblyopia like binocular therapy, surpassing the traditional patching method. Vision therapy tailored to individual needs incorporates exercises to enhance eye movement and coordination.

Visual problems often mask as ADHD or learning disabilities, with symptom overlap exceeding 90%. Dr. Schwartz underscores the importance of routine eye exams, especially for nonverbal children or those with fine motor skill issues. She explains how undiagnosed visual issues can affect academic performance and behavior. The episode underscores the necessity of comprehensive back-to-school health checkups, concluding that addressing underlying visual issues can significantly improve children's learning and development experiences.

This information is for educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always seek medical advice from a qualified physician.

00:00 Introduction
00:46 Meet Dr. Sari Schwartz
02:53 Routine eye exam
08:44 Vision issues mimicking ADHD symptoms
12:54 Fine motor skills and depth perception
14:06 Vision and self esteem
18:40 Advances in the optic field
23:27 Exercises for visual coordination
27:24 Reading and vision difficulties
28:50 Avoiding misdiagnosis
31:34 Conclusion

For Dr. Rolnick's practice and more content, visit:
beekindpediatrics.com/

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