Why Gen Z is facing more eye strain than ever?
Gen Z lives in front of screens; studying, working, and relaxing through phones, laptops, and tablets. This nonstop screen time is causing a rise in digital eye strain, marked by tired eyes, headaches, and blurred vision.
Digital generation
Staring at digital screens makes your eyes work harder. Reduced blinking, glare, and close-up focusing dry out the eyes and stress the muscles. Switching between multiple screens only worsens the strain.
Impact on eye health
Late-night scrolling, dim lighting, and limited outdoor time increase the problem. Staying indoors for long hours reduces exposure to natural light, which is vital for healthy eye development.
Influencing factors
Dryness, burning, double vision, and neck or shoulder pain are red flags of digital eye strain. Ignoring them can lead to persistent discomfort and long-term visual fatigue.
Relieving symptoms
Follow the 20-20-20 rule: every 20 minutes, look 20 feet away for 20 seconds. Blink often, adjust your screen brightness, and keep devices an arm’s length away. Spend more time outdoors, stay hydrated, and schedule regular eye checkups to keep your vision sharp and strain-free.
Founder of EyesMatterMost- an optometry student who loves talking about eyes. I tend to cover topics related to optometry, ophthalmology, eye health, eyecare, eye cosmetics and everything in between. This website is a medium to educate my readers everything related to eyes.