070: Why Everything You Know About Vision Is Wrong | Healthy Vision for Kids with Dr. Bryce Appelbaum

We tend to think of "eyesight" as just needing glasses or not. But what if I told you that vision is actually a brain function, and if our kids are struggling visually, it could be impacting their learning, attention, and even behavior?

In our chat, Dr. B doesn’t just talk science — he gives us practical tips that any parent can use to support healthy vision for kids, especially in our screen-soaked world. He unpacks the sneaky signs of vision issues, why screen time isn’t just an eye problem, and what we can actually do about it.

But here’s what might surprise you…

• Many children are misdiagnosed with attention issues when the root problem is vision-related.
• Eyesight and vision aren’t the same thing (and that distinction is life-changing).
• The rise in screen time is truly affecting how our kids’ eyes — and brains — develop.
• There’s a simple at-home test you can do to check for red flags in your child’s vision.
• Vision therapy is not just for kids with glasses — it’s for brains that need support.
• Outdoor time isn’t just "nice" — it’s necessary for strong visual development.
• Functional eye doctors approach vision differently, and it’s exactly what so many kids need.
• And yes, the 20-20-20 rule? It’s real, simple, and super helpful!

We also talk blue light, digital performance glasses, and how to balance a tech-filled life without turning into a screen-time tyrant. 😉

So if you’re ready to understand what’s really going on behind your child’s eyes — and empower yourself with tools to help them thrive — don’t miss this one.

Resources We Mentioned for Healthy Vision

• Try out ScreenFit for your family (get a discount with code "KCRF")
• How vision problems can be misdiagnosed as ADHD
• Here is the directory of eye doctors Dr. B mentioned
• Here's my review of the best blue light glasses I've found
• Find Dr. B online
• Follow him on social media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, TikTok

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