MYOPIA AWARENESS
What is Myopia?
Normal Vision is where both near and distant objects apppear normal
Normal Vision is where both near and distant objects apppear normal
Normal Vision is where both near and distant objects apppear normal
Myopic Vision is where distant objects appear blurred and unclear
Normal Vision is where both near and distant objects apppear normal
Normal Vision is where both near and distant objects apppear normal
Signs & Symptoms
Distant Objects appearing Blurry
Distant Objects appearing Blurry
Distant Objects appearing Blurry
Eye Strain or Squinting
Distant Objects appearing Blurry
Distant Objects appearing Blurry
Headaches
Distant Objects appearing Blurry
Headaches
Why is your Child Myopic?
More Indoor Activities
More Indoor Activities
More Indoor Activities
Children who spend more time in near vision activities (reading, smartphone/tablet use, watching TV from nearby) appear to have a greater risk of myopia.
Hereditary Causes
More Indoor Activities
More Indoor Activities
If both parents are myopic, there is a greater chance that their children may also be myopic too.
How to Slow Down Myopia in your Child?
Regular Eye Tests
Regular Outdoor Play
Regular Outdoor Play
Children’s eyes to be tested by an eye doctor atleast once a year.
Regular Outdoor Play
Regular Outdoor Play
Regular Outdoor Play
Daily outdoor activities in the presence of sunlight
Restrict Screentime
Regular Outdoor Play
Adopt a Healthy Diet
Ensure children spend less time on smartphones, tablets and TV
Adopt a Healthy Diet
Regular Outdoor Play
Adopt a Healthy Diet
Feed them a balanced diet rich in vitamins & minerals
Digital Eye Wellness for Children
Screen Time Breaks
Screen Time Breaks
Screen Time Breaks
Take frequent breaks from digital screens using the 20-20-20 rule. Every 20 minutes look away from your screen and look at an object 20 feet away for at least 20 seconds. This gives your eyes a chance to reset and replenish themselves.
Screen Distance
Screen Time Breaks
Screen Time Breaks
Sit about 25 inches or at arm’s length from your computer or laptop screen and adjust its height so you’re looking slightly downward at it. Smaller digital devices such as a smartphone can be viewed from a distance from about 12 inches, smart watches from about 16 inches and tablets from about 20 inches.
Reduce Glare and Brightness
Reduce Glare and Brightness
Reduce Glare and Brightness
Digital devices with glass screens can cause glare. To reduce glare, consider a matte screen filter for your device. Adjusting the brightness and contrast of your screen and dimming the lighting near your screen can also help reduce digital eye strain. Always use digital devices in a well-lit room and NOT in the dark whilst making sure your digital device's brightness is similar to the light around you.
Screen Time Restrictions
Reduce Glare and Brightness
Reduce Glare and Brightness
No screen time is recommended for children under 2 years of age (except for video chatting accompanied with a parent). For children ages 2 to 5 no more than one hour of screen time per day is recommended. This allows more time for other activities emphasizing body movement and interactive play that are fundamental to a child’s physical and intellectual development.
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