How does low vision affect motor skill and coordination development?
In the early months, children with albinism may not be able to fixate on objects or make eye contact with caregivers. They may not reach out toward a rattle or toy and may “lose” an object if moved too quickly in field of vision. The depth perception is impaired which may cause a child’s reach to be “off the mark” a bit. They may also have a head tilt or turn their head slightly to one side when studying an object. This is probably their best line of vision and the child should be allowed to turn their head in a way that makes their vision the clearest to themselves.
