October is Computer Learning Month, so it's a great time to explore how computer use relates to your child’s ocular health. Computer ergonomics problems and progressive myopia in children are also very real risks with the extended use of computers.
Computers are a great way to enhance your child’s learning—in moderation. Here are some tips to reduce their risk for developing problems as a result.
- Sit up straight but relaxed, with your head at a comfortable angle.
- Take a stretching break every 20-30 minutes.
- Take a break from looking at the monitor every 20 minutes or so as well, so that your eyes aren’t straining for too long.
- Limit computer time to shorter intervals.
- Reduce glare by lowering the lights in the room to match the brightness of the computer screen.
- Don’t use computer time as a replacement for educational activities. Your child’s computer time should complement his or her education, not replace it.
If you have questions about whether you or your child needs computer glasses, call and schedule an appointment with me. And if you have suggestions for ways you have found to manage your child’s computer time, share them in the comments below!
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