Start with understanding the signs
Learn about childhood myopia, the signs to look for, and try a simple at-home vision test to see if further assessment may be needed.
Is your child having trouble seeing things far away? This could be a sign of short-sightedness, or myopia.
To see is to know the world
見えることは、世界をもっと知ること。
Did you know?
Myopia is a global concern. By 2050, half of the world’s population could be living with myopia.¹ The condition progresses fastest in children under 10,² especially those with high myopia. More than just a vision issue, myopia can impact a child’s confidence, independence, and daily life.
Could my child have myopia?
Myopia often develops gradually, making it easy to miss the early signs. You may notice small changes in your child's everyday behaviour, such as:
Squinting
Your child may squint when looking at distant objects to try to see more clearly.
Sitting very close to the TV
If your child is sitting very close to the television may be a sign that objects at a distance appear blurry.
Difficulty seeing the board
Your child may struggle to see writing on the classroom board clearly.
Headaches
Recurring headaches, especially after visually demanding activities, may be a sign of vision difficulties
Squinting
Your child may squint when looking at distant objects to try to see more clearly.
Sitting very close to the TV
If your child is sitting very close to the television may be a sign that objects at a distance appear blurry.
Difficulty seeing the board
Your child may struggle to see writing on the classroom board clearly.
Headaches
Recurring headaches, especially after visually demanding activities, may be a sign of vision difficulties
See the world through your child's eyes
What your child sees may be different from what you see. Explore the simulation below to experience how myopia can impact the way children view the world around them.
Myopia risk at 0
Early detection and timely action can make a difference.
Myopia can affect your child’s vision at school and in everyday life. Without management, it may worsen during childhood, with higher levels associated with an increased risk of serious eye conditions later in life.³ What can you do next?
Support your child's eye health
Explore practical ways to support your child's eye health and learn more about managing childhood myopia and our solution.
Talk to an Eye Care Professional
Get professional guidance on your child's vision and the next steps that may be appropriate for them.
Start with understanding the signs
Learn about childhood myopia, the signs to look for, and try a simple at-home vision test to see if further assessment may be needed.
Support your child's eye health
Explore practical ways to support your child's eye health and learn more about managing childhood myopia and our solution.
Talk to an Eye Care Professional
Get professional guidance on your child's vision and the next steps that may be appropriate for them.
The good news? Myopia progression can be controlled, not only corrected.
While most spectacle lenses correct vision, they do not help manage myopia progression over time. That is why HOYA developed the evidence-based5 MiYOSMART* in 2018 and later introduced MiYOSMART iQ*, its next-generation spectacle lens solution, combining clear vision with myopia control.
Chosen by over 4 million parents⁴
MiYOSMART* spectacle lenses have already been chosen by parents around the world.
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Backed by 150+ scientific publications⁵
Introducing MiYOSMART iQ*
HOYA’s most advanced myopia control solution, designed to address the varying needs of children in controlling their myopia progression.
By protecting their eyesight now, you are helping them stay confident, curious, and connected to the world around them.
Small steps today can support your child’s vision as they grow.
What do experts have to say?
"With high myopia, people have around 40 times more risk of developing complications that might lead to irreversible blindness." Prof. Serge Resnikoff, Chair, International Myopia Institute
*Disclaimer: MiYOSMART iQ and MiYOSMART have not been approved for myopia management in all countries, including the U.S., and are not currently available for sale in all countries, including the U.S.
MiYOSMART iQ and MiYOSMART spectacle lenses may not be able to address individuals’ conditions due to natural deficiencies, illness, pre-existing medical conditions and/or advanced age of consumers. The information contained herein is for general information and is not intended to constitute medical advice. Please consult your Eye Care Professional for more information prior to the use of MiYOSMART iQ and MiYOSMART spectacle lenses.
References
- Holden BA, Fricke TR, Wilson DA et al. Global Prevalence of Myopia and High Myopia and Temporal Trends from 2000 through 2050. American Academy of Ophthalmology. 2016;123(5):1036-1042. (Last accessed: 11.09.2026)
- Qian Z, Peng T, Lou J, et al. Myopia progression and stabilization in school-aged children with single-vision lenses. Acta Ophthalmol. 2022;100(4):e950-e956. (Last accessed: 11.09.2026)
- Haarman AEG, Enthoven CA, Tideman JWL, et al. The Complications of Myopia: A Review and Meta-Analysis. Invest Ophthalmol Vis Sci. 2020;61(4):49. doi:10.1167/iovs.61.4.49. (Last accessed: 11.09.2026)
- HOYA data on file. MiYOSMART spectacle lens commercial data. 04/2026.
- Based on the number of publications in peer-reviewed journals as of July 2026. https://www.hoyavision.com/vision-products/myopia-management/evidences/. (Last accessed: 11.09.2026)