EyeconX Ideas! - The Effect of Visual Impairment on Quality of Life of Children Aged 3–16 Years http://ideas.eyeconx.net/story.php?title=the-effect-of-visual-impairment-on-quality-of-life-of-children-aged-3%E2%80%9316-years Visual impairment (VI) in childhood has lifelong implications for both the child and their family. Indeed, it affects the child's development, education, and the care given by families and professionals. It also shapes the adult the child will become, affecting employment and social prospects. Although less common than VI in adulthood, the number of 'blind years' experienced by these children in t... Thu, 24 Nov 2011 14:06:53 EST en