With the development of science and technology, electronic products have brought great convenience to the learning and life of teenagers. But at the same time, overuse and incorrect usage habits also pose challenges to the vision health of adolescents. According to research, working in an electronic screen for long periods of time increases the risk of myopia. Therefore, how to use electronic products correctly and prevent myopia has become a common concern for parents and educators.
1. Understand the impact of electronic products on vision.
1.Prolonged use of electronics causes eye strain.
Staring at electronic screens for long periods of time can overuse your eyes, leading to eye fatigue and symptoms such as dryness and blurriness. If left unchecked, it can lead to vision loss in the long run.
2.Incorrect posture exacerbates vision problems.
Many teenagers have incorrect posture when using electronic devices, such as lying down to look at their phones, using computers in dim environments, etc., and these bad habits can exacerbate vision problems.
2. Suggestions for the correct use of electronic products.
1.Control the time of use.
It is recommended that teens should not use electronic devices for more than 2 hours a day. For situations where you have to use electronic devices for a long time for studying, it is recommended to use the 20-20-20 rule, i.e., for every 20 minutes of electronic use, look 20 feet away for 20 seconds to reduce eye strain.
2.Maintain proper posture.
When using electronic devices, maintain a proper sitting posture, the electronic screen should be kept arm's length from your eyes, and the top of the screen should be at or slightly lower than your eyes. Avoid using electronics in sports vehicles or while lying down.
3.Optimize the usage environment.
Make sure that the ambient light is appropriate when using electronic products, and avoid direct light and backlighting. Rooms where electronics are used should have enough natural light or soft artificial light to avoid strong contrast between the screen light and the surrounding environment.
4.Take care of your eyes.
Perform regular eye exercises to enhance the adjustment ability of eye muscles and relieve eye fatigue. At the same time, get enough sleep to help your eyes get enough rest and recovery.
5.Have regular eye exams.
Even if you don't feel unwell, you should have regular eye exams to detect and correct vision problems in a timely manner. For teens who already have vision loss, they should wear appropriate glasses as recommended by their doctor.
Electronics have become a part of teenagers' lives, and the correct use of electronics and the prevention of myopia are issues that every family and school should pay attention to. By controlling the use time, maintaining the correct use posture, optimizing the use environment, paying attention to eye care, and conducting regular eye examinations, the occurrence of myopia can be effectively prevented and reduced. Let's start now and protect the vision health of teenagers.