From work and study to entertainment and keeping in touch, screens play a big part in daily life. While they bring many benefits, too much screen time can affect your eyes, sleep, posture and focus.
Here are practical ways to enjoy technology while protecting your health.
Give your eyes a break
Staring at a screen for long periods can cause tired, dry or strained eyes. Look away regularly and focus on something in the distance to let your eyes relax.
Blink and adjust
We tend to blink less when looking at screens. Remind yourself to blink often, adjust screen brightness to match the room and keep the screen at a comfortable distance.
Protect your sleep
Bright screens in the evening can make it harder to fall asleep. Try to put devices away well before bedtime and keep them out of the bedroom if you can.
Mind your posture
Hunching over phones and laptops can strain your neck and back. Raise screens to eye level, sit with your back supported and take regular movement breaks.
Protect your focus
Constant notifications can scatter your attention. Turning off non-essential alerts and working on a single task at a time can boost concentration.
For children, balancing screen time with outdoor play, reading and creative activities supports healthy development.
If you have ongoing eye discomfort, headaches or vision changes, book an eye check or speak with a clinician.
Our Memory and Neuro Health and General Healthcare teams can help with sleep, focus and headache concerns.