In today’s era, mobiles and laptops have become an inseparable part of our lives. Study, office work, entertainment and shopping – everything now depends on the screen. Especially due to work from home and online classes, there has been a huge increase in screen time. But do you know that this habit of continuously looking at the screen is causing serious harm not only to your eyes but also to your brain?
How is the brain affected?
According to doctors, “Continual viewing of screens increases the burden of information on the brain. The light emitted from digital devices keeps the brain constantly active, due to which it does not get adequate rest. Focusing on the screen for a long time leads to mental fatigue, irritability and loss of concentration.”
According to experts, rapidly changing information on the screen ‘overloads’ the brain. This has an adverse effect on the ability to think and understand. Deteriorating sleep patterns can lead to problems like memory loss, difficulty in decision making and emotional imbalance.
Don’t ignore these symptoms
Having frequent headaches and getting tired quickly.
Inability to concentrate on any work and memory loss.
Increasing irritability over small things.
Problem of restlessness, nervousness or inability to sleep (Insomnia).
The thinking process slows down and the mind feels heavy.
What to do for protection?
To keep the brain healthy, it is very important to maintain a balance between screen time and real life. Step away from the screen every 30 to 40 minutes and give your eyes and brain some rest. Avoid using mobile or laptop at least an hour before sleeping. Spend some time during the day in nature and exercise. Take deep breaths between sex and drink enough water. Set limits on screen time, especially for children and teenagers.
According to experts, if these devices used for convenience become a challenge to health, then it is important to be alerted in time. Only proper rest and a balanced daily routine can keep your brain safe in the digital age.
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