What might be an indication of a visual impairment in an infant?

Roving eye movements in an infant can indicate a visual impairment. This behavior is characterized by the eyes moving in a random, uncontrolled manner rather than focusing on objects or following them smoothly. Such eye movements may suggest that the child is having difficulty in visual tracking or understanding visual stimuli, which are essential skills for development.

While putting items in the mouth and tears when crying can be normal behaviors for infants exploring their environment and expressing emotions, they do not specifically indicate visual impairment. These actions are common across all infants as they engage with their surroundings and communicate their needs. Therefore, roving eye movements stand out as a more direct potential indicator of visual impairment in an infant.