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The growing trend of childhood myopia: causes, prevention, and solutions.
In recent decades, a remarkable trend has emerged: more and more children are wearing glasses at an early age. Research indicates that 1 in 4 adolescents (aged 12-18) now wears glasses, a percentage that continues to rise. This growing prevalence raises critical questions about the causes of myopia in children, its risk factors, and how it can be prevented or managed from a young age. Let's delve deeper into this phenomenon.
Understanding the causes of myopia in children.
While myopia (nearsightedness) is largely genetically determined, environmental factors play a significant role. A prominent trend in recent years is the increased screen time among children. They are spending more hours on phones, tablets, watching TV, and less time playing outdoors. Prolonged close-up vision, where the eye constantly focuses on a single near point, can lead the eye to adapt to this specific distance. This adaptation can make it progressively harder to see clearly in the distance. For children, it's recommended to limit screen time to no more than half an hour at a time.
Research highlights that six-year-olds who spend more than two hours a day reading or playing computer games are at a higher risk of developing nearsightedness. Myopia is a common refractive error: while near vision remains clear, distant objects appear blurry. It often develops within the first 20 years of life and, while it might stabilize later, it rarely disappears completely. Therefore, the simple message is: encourage regular outdoor play!
The crucial role of regular eye checks.
Timely detection of vision problems in children is paramount. Children's vision changes rapidly at a young age, which is why an annual eye test is highly advisable. Good vision is essential for a child's development and can significantly impact their performance and comfort at school.
For many parents, purchasing entirely new glasses can be a significant recurring expense. At Glazoo, we offer a smart alternative: you can have only the lenses replaced in existing frames, saving you hundreds of euros. A new pair of single vision lenses starts from just €75. [Find out how it works]
The importance of a well-adjusted pair of glasses.
Children's glasses often endure a lot of wear and tear. Play and active romping can scratch lenses or cause frames to become crooked. It's wise to periodically check that the glasses aren't slipping down the nose and that they sit correctly on the face. If the temples are bent or the nose pads are poorly adjusted or worn, Glazoo can help! We can reshape the temples or properly adjust or replace the nose pads if necessary. Of course, this service is free of charge when you choose to replace the lenses with us.
If your son or daughter needs a new prescription, but their current frame is still in good condition, Glazoo can install new lenses into your existing frame.
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