The pervasive presence of smartphones is having a detrimental effect on Australians’ eyesight. Australian research shows that a 60-minute reading task on a smartphone results in increased eye strain symptoms. Despite the vast majority of Australians ranking loss of sight as their number one health concern, our use of digital devices and its associated eye strain, is only increasing. But what if you were told your smartphone is harming your love life? Would you put down the phone for the sake of your relationship? Optometry Australia investigates.
A US study found three quarters of women in long-term relationships claim they feel that smartphones are interfering with their relationship.
62 per cent of women in long-term relationships who were surveyed also said technology interferes with their free time together.
On the other hand, increased eye contact has been shown to have significant benefits.
Relationships Australia explains that communication is much more than just talking. On their website they advise that to enhance communication you should set aside time to talk without distractions like phones, TV or computer games.
In a UK study, subjects who engaged in mutual gaze with a stranger for two minutes reported significantly increased feelings of passionate love.
This emotional viral video shows the effects just four minutes of eye contact can have on your relationship. (Warning: Any tears you may experience watching this may not be associated with eyestrain)
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