Excessive mobile watching can affect children’s eyes, concentration, and overall development. Long screen time may lead to digital eye strain, dryness, headaches, blurred vision, and difficulty focusing on studies. Children who spend many hours on mobiles may also experience disturbed sleep because blue light affects natural sleep cycles. Reduced outdoor activity and poor posture can further impact physical and mental health. Parents should encourage regular breaks, limit screen time, and promote outdoor play to protect eye health and improve attention span. The 20-20-20 rule is helpful: every 20 minutes, children should look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds. Regular eye checkups are important to detect vision problems early. Focus Eye Clinic, led by Dr. Mohini Modak, provides specialized pediatric eye care and guidance for healthy screen habits in children.
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