Myopia, or nearsightedness, is increasingly common among children and adolescents. It
may progress and lead to serious complications later in life, such as retinal diseases,
amblyopia, and even some professional limitations.

Risk factors:

• Genetic predisposition
• Less time spent outdoors and excessive screen use
• Prolonged reading or close-up tasks

Prevention strategies:

• At least 1–2 hours of outdoor activity in daylight daily
• Proper lighting and posture during study
• Regular eye check-ups
• Special optical aids or low-dose atropine drops as prescribed by a doctor