Impact of video display terminal use on ophthalmic symptoms and mental health in adolescents
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.Adolescent video display terminal (VDT) use increases computer vision syndrome (CVS) symptoms like double vision, but does not impact mental health. Deficits in fusional vergence facility (FVF) worsen visual fatigue, necessitating preventative strategies.
Area Of Science
- Ophthalmology
- Adolescent Health
- Digital Health
Background
- Adolescent video display terminal (VDT) use is prevalent.
- Understanding the impact of VDT use on adolescent eye health and mental well-being is crucial.
Purpose Of The Study
- To investigate the effects of VDT use on computer vision syndrome questionnaire (CVSQ)-related symptoms and mental health in adolescents.
Main Methods
- A retrospective cross-sectional study involved 120 adolescents (2022-2023).
- Participants underwent ocular examinations and completed questionnaires on VDT usage, CVSQ symptoms, and mental health.
- Adolescents were grouped by daily VDT hours: ≤3, 3-6, and ≥6 hours.
Main Results
- Visual fatigue was the most common symptom (57.5%).
- Increased VDT use correlated with a higher incidence of double vision (P=0.004 for ≥6 hours vs ≤3 hours).
- Normal fusional vergence facility (FVF) was linked to lower visual fatigue risk (OR=0.222, P=0.015).
Conclusions
- VDT use increases ocular symptoms in adolescents but does not negatively affect mental health.
- Deficits in FVF exacerbate visual fatigue, indicating a need for targeted interventions.
- Preventative measures are recommended to mitigate VDT-related eye strain in adolescents.
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