Be sure to catch the signs of shortsightedness in your kid

Aiman (second from left) used to place the book or phone close to his eyes to read, but thankfully, his parents noticed this and took him to the optometrist, who diagnosed him with myopia. — Photos: YAP CHEE HONG/The Star

Myopia, or short-sightedness, is the most common eye condition affecting children.

They can see objects that are near clearly, but have difficulty seeing objects that are farther away.