Question 1

will looking at computer screen cause dizziness?

Accepted Answer

Possible: If you are looking at moving objects, you can get a sensation of dizziness.

Question 2

could staring at a computer screen to long effect my vision?

Accepted Answer

No: Lengthy computer use can be fatiguing and drying but does not cause any permanent changes.  Otherwise eye doctors would open up offices across the street from microsoft and apple and make a fortune.

Question 3

can staring at a computer screen ruin your eyes?

Accepted Answer

No: Computer monitors pose no danger to eyes.

Question 4

can staring at a computer screen for long periods of time damage eyesight?

Accepted Answer

No: Computer monitors pose no danger to the eyes.

Question 5

what are the effects of staring at a computer screen 15 hours a day?

Accepted Answer

Fatigue : When you look at anything to focus, a lot of activity goes on in our brain as well as other parts such as eye muscles. We need to take break and give time for our systems to reset. If we cannot afford to do that we will get headache and other signs of fatigue; our productivity will go down; we just get the feeling of doing our best: however, without the best result.

Question 6

could staring at a computer screen for hours a day really damage your sight?

Accepted Answer

No: If that were true then eye doctors would move their offices across the street from apple, google, microsoft, etc.  And be busy for years.

Question 7

can staring at a computer screen for hours a day really damage your eyesight? any answers appreciated!

Accepted Answer

No: However, prolonged computer work can dry the eyes and cause irritation as the blink rate does down. Use artificial tears. The focusing of the eyes can be affected so take a break every hour or two looking in the distance. Make sure your glasses presciption is up to date to avoid tired aching eyes. Keep the brightness down to avoid light sensitivity. Sometimes a little larger font will help.

Question 8

does staring at a computer screen for too long damage your eyesight?

Accepted Answer

No: No.  It can make them feel dry and irritated though.  Using frequent artificial tears and taking breaks can be helpful.

Question 9

i am getting bad headaches from staring at a computer screen all day.  what can i do?

Accepted Answer

Depends on the cause: Headaches have many causes,  serious and not so serious. Overuse of computer screens, can be a cause. One might try reducing the brightness of the screen so it is easily seen without glare. Also, check your seating position. If your neck is over flexing or extending it can be the cause of headaches. Take as many breaks as feasible away from the computer, and if the headaches persist, get checked.

Question 10

does staring at a computer screen ruin your eyes or is that a myth?

Accepted Answer

Myth: Computer screen images are not harmful.  Continuous use can be fatiguing and is commonly dyring.  But there is no long term harm possible.  Otherwise we eye doctors would crowd around redmond washington (home of microsoft) and set up shop.

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