Tablet computers do not affect vision.

Do television, tablets, and phones really harm a child’s vision

Speaking about the harm of television for children, for a long time we used to frighten them by saying that prolonged TV watching would make them wear glasses. Now this “old scarecrow” has several new friends — the tablet and the mobile phone. That is why efforts are being made to protect children’s eyes from these “monsters.”

What actually influences the development of myopia in children

So what should really be avoided, and what is the true cause of myopia, especially when we talk about the youngest members of our future society?

Australian scientists observed thousands of children for several years to determine how spending time outdoors in daylight affects the development of myopia.

How outdoor time is linked to the risk of myopia

They found that the prevalence of nearsightedness was lower among children who spent several more hours outdoors compared to their peers.

What role gadgets play in eye strain

This fact is interesting because prolonged time at the computer, mobile phone use, and watching television have the greatest negative impact on a child’s eyes.

Should children be completely isolated from modern devices

But if you decide to isolate your child from these “harmful monsters,” it is useful to know what modern devices can actually damage or slow down in a child’s developing body.

To know for sure what is happening with your eyes, book a full eye examination — the doctor will check all structures of the eye and explain the results.