How to Prevent Screen Headaches
7 Ways to Prevent Headaches Caused By Too Much Screen Time
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Sometimes, headaches can be caused by something beyond regular eye strain. "When looking at a screen, or anything at near point, your accommodative and binocular system must work in tandem with each other," Dr. Lott explained. "Often people who have headaches have difficulties with one of these two systems. It is called binocular dysfunction. This can cause headaches across the forehead typically, words to float and move on the page, and poor reading comprehension." If you're experiencing any of these symptoms, find a doctor near you who can help prescribe the appropriate corrective lenses or vision therapy.