This study investigated the impact of smartphone use on the ocular surface health of school-aged children. Thirty-six children (aged 6–15 years) played smartphone games for an hour. Results showed a significant worsening of dry eye symptoms (SANDE, JOSS, NRS) after gaming, with a substantial reduction in blink rate (from 20.8 to 8.9 blinks/min) and increased interblink intervals. Tear film parameters remained unchanged. The findings highlight the potential negative effects of prolonged smartphone use on children's eye health.
Publisher
Eye
Published On
Jul 27, 2023
Authors
Ngozi Charity Chidi-Egboka, Isabelle Jalbert, Blanka Golebiowski
Tags
smartphone use
ocular surface health
children
dry eye symptoms
blink rate
gaming
eye health
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