Light…The silent danger that
threatens your child’s eyes

What types of light are harmful to your child’s eyes?

There are many types of light that are harmful to your child’s eyes, especially high-intensity light, short wavelength light, or light that flickers quickly and irregularly, all of which are risk factors for your child’s eye health problems, such as:

• Blue light from electronic device screens

Blue light from mobile phones, tablets, computers, and TVs is high-energy light. Exposure to a large amount of blue light for a long time can damage the retina, resulting in dry eyes, eye pain, and in the long term, it can increase the risk of cataracts, glaucoma, and retinal degeneration, especially in children whose eyes are not yet fully developed, which is even more at risk.

• Light from light bulbs
For example, worn-out light bulbs that may emit light that flickers. Although we cannot see it with the naked eye, this flickering can cause eye pain, fatigue, and long-term negative effects on vision. Switch to good quality, consistent, flicker-free light bulbs.

• Direct sunlight
Unprotected, bright sunlight can also be harmful to children’s eyes. Sunlight can burn the retina and increase the risk of cataracts in the future. Children should wear good quality sunglasses when they are outdoors for long periods of time.

Effects of Light on Children's Eyes

Continuous exposure to light that is harmful to children's eyes can cause various eye health problems, such as:

• Dry eyes: Some types of light can dry out, irritate, and make children feel uncomfortable.

• Eye strain and fatigue: Staring at electronic screens for long periods of time or being in an environment with inappropriate lighting can easily cause children to have eye strain and fatigue.

• Myopia: Using your eyes closely to electronic screens for long periods of time can increase the risk of myopia in children.

• Long-term eye diseases: Such as cataracts, glaucoma, and macular degeneration.

Ways to protect your child's eyes from harmful light

There are several ways to protect your child's eyes from harmful light, such as:

• Limit screen time: Screen time should be limited to an age-appropriate level, and children should be given regular breaks.

• Choose quality light bulbs: Provide consistent light, turn on quickly, and do not flicker. Choose the right light and color temperature for the application.

• Wear sunglasses for your child when outdoors: Choose good quality sunglasses that can effectively block UV light.

• Create an environment with appropriate lighting: Provide sufficient light, but not too bright. Choose soft light that does not interfere with vision.

• Take your child for regular eye checkups: Regular eye checkups help detect eye health problems early and provide timely treatment.

Taking care of your child's eye health is very important. Learning about harmful light and how to prevent it will help you effectively protect your child's important eyes and keep them healthy, ready to learn and grow.