Just bcoz U hav access to keyboard and have finger coordination doesnt mean U can type whatever nonsense U want Statins "high dose" causing diabetes only "observational" metanalysis https://t.co/EEdjxLNfxg No strong evidence of screen time causing myopia https://t.co/KvNgWRrjH0 https://t.co/NQpm89BKYU
The association between digital screen time and myopia: A systematic review.
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Discussions reflect a cautious attitude towards the article, with several posts questioning the strength of the evidence, such as calls for more objective measurements and notes about mixed findings. The tone varies from skeptical remarks about self-reporting to acknowledgment of the article’s importance, but overall, the tone suggests an interest in the ongoing research rather than a strong belief that it vastly shifts current understanding.
Many discussions highlight the mixed or inconclusive findings of the review, with some indicating skepticism about a strong link, while others acknowledge the complexity of the evidence.
Posts are somewhat engaged, as they reference specific studies, meta-analyses, and expert opinions, showing curiosity but not overwhelming enthusiasm.
Participants demonstrate moderate engagement by discussing methodology concerns, interpreting findings, and contrasting their views, rather than deeply analyzing or challenging the research.
The overall perception is that the publication's results are noteworthy but not transformative; the discussions reflect the ongoing debate rather than a consensus on impact.
Abstract in brief
- The review explores whether using digital screens increases the risk of developing or worsening myopia in children, but the findings are mixed, with some studies showing a connection and others not.
- Fifteen studies involving almost 50,000 children were analyzed, and while recent research tends to suggest more screen time may be linked to myopia, a meta-analysis of five studies indicated no significant overall association.
- The conclusion emphasizes that more precise and objective measurements of screen time are needed in future research to better understand its impact on myopia risk.]
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Most liked on X and BlueskyI was reading a meta-analysis about how screentime can cause myopia. The studies relied on self-reporting instead of quantified measures, raising serious doubts about data veracity. I can’t help but feel the study designs were a bit… shortsighted. https://t.co/Ik1DYWMcDr
Despite popular belief that extensive and prolonged use of digital devices cause myopia and contribute to its progression, evidence suggests otherwise and is inconclusive at the very least. For details, see: https://t.co/eeLE5SfRct
Despite wide held belief, No conclusive association between Myopia and Digital screen time !!! https://t.co/t6kSSFjfFZ
Excellent systematic review investigating the association between screen time and myopia:- “The results for screen time and myopia are mixed. Further studies with objective screen time measurements are necessary to assess evidence of an association.”https://t.co/2jt7eIa7Dy
@I_am_spottacus Does it though? I think the evidence is mixed. https://t.co/883t0T6Ufr
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@albert_sabater @therfer Lanca, C., i Saw, S. M. (2020). The association between digital screen time and myopia: A systematic review. Ophthalmic and Physiological Optics, 40(2), 216-229. ⬇️
@manibaee444 It’s very bad for their vision. The more screen time they have the more likely they are to get myopia https://t.co/6h3DXtKwVY
@albin_kc @TobScy @mbateman Blue light may not be the cause, just a theory, but myopia is definitely linked to increased screen use https://t.co/ZR7JyZRwhk Pubmed is a verifiable source
@williamdoylenyc @Screensandkids @pasi_sahlberg Summary: The results for screen time and myopia are mixed. Further studies with objective screen time measurements are necessary to assess evidence of an association between screen time and myopia. https://t.co/l9VICvlJLq
Recent studies have shown the clear link bet screen time and progression of short sightedness Lanca C, Saw SM. The assoc bet digital screen time and myopia: A systematic review. Ophthal Physiol Opt. 2020 Mar;40(2):216-229. doi: 10.1111/opo.12657. Epub 2020 Jan 13. PMID: 31943280
@DrillZim @Supreme_Owl_FTW @BretWeinstein @waitbutwhy Like most things that are multifactorial it can be difficult to isolate. This is why a systemic review like this might show mixed results. Again all im saying is its plausible that we'd look back in 50 years and see it differently with new info. https://t.co/AqGVik3fUU
@I_am_spottacus Does it though? I think the evidence is mixed. https://t.co/883t0T6Ufr
@BBCBreakfast the evidence on short-sightedness is not as clear as your article today suggests. https://t.co/8IB2kymMd3
@JBosseray @maeool Affirmer une relation directe me semble exagéré. Disons que dans certaines conditions pour certaines personnes certaines utilisations des écrans peuvent être liées à la myopie https://t.co/P4YpgbQZE8
I was reading a meta-analysis about how screentime can cause myopia. The studies relied on self-reporting instead of quantified measures, raising serious doubts about data veracity. I can’t help but feel the study designs were a bit… shortsighted. https://t.co/Ik1DYWMcDr
RT @drabbyphilips: Just bcoz U hav access to keyboard and have finger coordination doesnt mean U can type whatever nonsense U want Statins…
RT @drabbyphilips: Just bcoz U hav access to keyboard and have finger coordination doesnt mean U can type whatever nonsense U want Statins…
RT @drabbyphilips: Just bcoz U hav access to keyboard and have finger coordination doesnt mean U can type whatever nonsense U want Statins…
RT @drabbyphilips: Just bcoz U hav access to keyboard and have finger coordination doesnt mean U can type whatever nonsense U want Statins…
Just bcoz U hav access to keyboard and have finger coordination doesnt mean U can type whatever nonsense U want Statins "high dose" causing diabetes only "observational" metanalysis https://t.co/EEdjxLNfxg No strong evidence of screen time causing myopia https://t.co/KvNgWRrjH0 https://t.co/NQpm89BKYU
Say *potential* on screen time, b/c younger students were only assigned ~1 hr of screen-based school/day. Older students had > assigned time but no sig > prevalence of myopia. This jives w/ mixed/null research findings on #screentime & myopia (https://t.co/EIRRrVMOnc
RT @SBYIR: The association between digital screen time and myopia: A systematic review https://t.co/DVCiNTmPxJ
The association between digital screen time and myopia: A systematic review https://t.co/DVCiNTmPxJ
@harry___yang @M74108556 @Atul_Gawande @paulg News to me. This review found mixed evidence of an association between screen time & myopia. Also, "high prevalence of myopia in East Asian cities is due to several risk factors, including ... education, increased near work and less time spent outdoors." https://t.co/dZ968t78YL
The Association Between Digital Screen Time and Myopia: A Systematic Review | comment: Mark A Bullimore MCOptom, PhD, FAAO https://t.co/7ENMH9hKlx عبر @practiceupdate
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@Alaa3alm try this one https://t.co/QV98300Q3W
@Alaa3alm https://t.co/RcQaOmyfDO “...suggests that screen time is not associated with prevalent and incident myopia in this group of five studies.”
La asociación entre el tiempo de pantalla digital y la miopía: una revisión sistemática
RT @MyopiaUpdates: Despite popular belief that extensive and prolonged use of digital devices cause myopia and contribute to its progressio…
RT @MyopiaUpdates: Despite popular belief that extensive and prolonged use of digital devices cause myopia and contribute to its progressio…
RT @MyopiaUpdates: Despite popular belief that extensive and prolonged use of digital devices cause myopia and contribute to its progressio…
RT @MyopiaUpdates: Despite popular belief that extensive and prolonged use of digital devices cause myopia and contribute to its progressio…
RT @MyopiaUpdates: Despite popular belief that extensive and prolonged use of digital devices cause myopia and contribute to its progressio…
RT @mrj_vision: Despite wide held belief, No conclusive association between Myopia and Digital screen time !!! https://t.co/t6kSSFjfFZ
Despite wide held belief, No conclusive association between Myopia and Digital screen time !!! https://t.co/t6kSSFjfFZ
RT @Danielhm2020: Excellent systematic review investigating the association between screen time and myopia:- “The results for screen time a…
Despite popular belief that extensive and prolonged use of digital devices cause myopia and contribute to its progression, evidence suggests otherwise and is inconclusive at the very least. For details, see: https://t.co/eeLE5SfRct
RT @Danielhm2020: Excellent systematic review investigating the association between screen time and myopia:- “The results for screen time a…
Excellent systematic review investigating the association between screen time and myopia:- “The results for screen time and myopia are mixed. Further studies with objective screen time measurements are necessary to assess evidence of an association.”https://t.co/2jt7eIa7Dy
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