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The relationship between screen time and visual conditions in children

The PedsDocTalk Podcast: Child Health, Development & Parenting—From a Pediatrician Mom

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Effect of Screen Time on Visual Health in Children

This chapter explores the impact of screen time on children's visual health, emphasizing the link between increased near work associated with screens and a rise in nearsightedness. Discussions include the concepts of myopia and astigmatism, the recommendations of avoiding screen time for young children, and the importance of outdoor time in preventing the progression of nearsightedness.

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