Question 1

how far away should your computer screen be from your eyes?

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18-24 inches: 18-24 inches between your eyes and your computer screen.

You can find out more information about your vision and computers at: 
http://www.Apple.Com/about/ergonomics/vision.Html

hope this helps!

Question 2

is the computer screen hurting my eyes?

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Common notion: There is a frequent notion that steady use of video screens can cause some eye issues.  While fatigue is common and dryness as well, there is no permanent or serious harm that can result.

Question 3

how bad for your eyes is the computer screen?

Accepted Answer

Computer screen: There  usually is no visual harm from the use of a computer, however if one has a tendency for a dry eye syndrome the constant staring with infrequent blinking can aggravate this.

Question 4

what is the correct distance to keep your eyes from the computer screen ?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Keep a distance that allows you ease of reading without undue strain both closer or farther away.

Question 5

is it ok to stare at computer screen with dialiated eyes?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Trying to read or use a computer after receiving dilating drops in the eyes may be difficult, but will not be damaging.

Question 6

would computer screen adjustments help keep my eyes from getting tired?

Accepted Answer

Computer glasses: You probably need computer glasses at age 47.  You can also make the font size larger.

Question 7

please explain if it is safe for babies' eyes to see tv or computer screen?

Accepted Answer

No issue: This will do no harm.  You must have an unusual baby who would site for a long time looking at a computer screen.

Question 8

eyes blurry when looking at computer screen, clear when looking at surroundings and currently burning. what's happening, what to do?

Accepted Answer

Try this: Your eyes may be drying out when you are looking at the computer.  Try some artificial tears to see if this helps clear your vision.  The other possibility is that you need glasses.  You could try +1.00 over-the-counter reading glasses for this.  Good luck!

Question 9

can staring at a computer screen ruin your eyes?

Accepted Answer

No: Computer monitors pose no danger to eyes.

Question 10

why have i been having trouble focusing my eyes on the computer screen?

Accepted Answer

Eye dryness: You might have developed a need for eyeglasses but the most common cause of loss of focus at the computer is eyedryness.  Try using a teardrop at you convenience next to the computer.

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