Stress and your eyes: Hidden impacts you shouldn't ignore
In today's fast-paced life, stress has become an integral part of daily existence, affecting not only our mental well-being but also our physical condition. One often overlooked consequence of chronic stress is its negative impact on eyesight.
5:01 PM EST, November 7, 2024
Living with stress negatively affects our health, including our eyes. Many people do not realize that stress, in addition to environmental pollution and prolonged computer use, can worsen eyesight.
Emotional strain and prolonged tension can affect vision quality and cause a decline in visual acuity. This is an important topic that requires broader attention and understanding of the physiological phenomena occurring in our bodies.
Chronic stress also affects eyesight. One of the symptoms is a deterioration in acuity. Blurry vision can be associated with a range of stress-related ailments, reports "Healthline".
As polsatnews.pl highlights, one such issue is dry eye disease. Its symptoms include vision disturbances, such as reduced acuity. Research by Canadian scientists from Western University has linked the occurrence of this disease with depressive and anxiety disorders, which stress can trigger.
To minimize the negative impact of stress on eyesight, it's beneficial to regularly take breaks from computer work to allow the eyes to rest and shift focus from far to near.
Ensuring proper working conditions, such as adequate lighting and air humidity is also important. Humidifiers can help maintain healthy humidity and prevent eye irritation.
Prevention and eye examinations
Regular visits to the ophthalmologist can help detect pathological changes at an early stage. It is also crucial to limit smoking, which negatively affects the blood vessels in the retina.
Individuals with chronic diseases, such as diabetes, should pay particular attention to eye health, as they may be more susceptible to eye problems.
