Are reels destroying your eyesight? Experts sound the alarm, especially for kids

Apr 7, 2025 | 18:17 IST

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Reels may be short, but their impact on eye health can last a lifetime. Healthcare experts are warning of 'reel-induced eye damage' impacting both children and adults due to extensive social media consumption.

The list of mobile phone-induced health problems has become longer. Social media consumption can not only trigger mental wellbeing, healthcare experts now warn that ‘reel-induced eye damage’ could impact the eyesight of youngsters and adults addicted to watching short-form videos.

Doctors report an increasing trend in eye-related conditions, particularly among children and teenagers (0-16 years), attributed to lengthy social media engagement on platforms like Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, Facebook and YouTube.

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Are reels destroying your eyesight? Experts sound the alarm, especially for kids

Reels may be short, but their impact on eye health can last a lifetime. Healthcare experts are warning of 'reel-induced eye damage' impacting both children and adults due to extensive social media consumption.

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Are reels destroying your eyesight? Experts sound the alarm, especially for kids

Reels may be short, but their impact on eye health can last a lifetime. Healthcare experts are warning of 'reel-induced eye damage' impacting both children and adults due to extensive social media consumption.

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