Increased screen time may result in
- Myopia progression – frequent change in spectacles
- Squint
- Abnormal development of vision
What can be done???
- Engagement of young children in outdoor games
- Regular eye exams
- Try to keep the screen time to the minimum
WHO recommendations
- Under the age of 5 – spend one hour or less per day
- Under the age of 1 – spend no time on digital devices
AAO recommendations
- 20-second break from close-up work every 20 minutes.
- Set a timer to remind kids to take breaks.
- Keep digital media 18 to 24 inches away from the face.