Smartphone use, sleep, and dry eye in young people
Part of Brain & nervous system, Eyes & vision, Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at how dry eye, heavy smartphone use, and poor sleep are connected in young people. By joining, you'll help researchers understand these links, which could lead to better ways to prevent and treat dry eye.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 14 and 35 years old.
- You agree to take part in the study.
- You do not have other eye diseases besides dry eye or autoimmune conditions.
- You have not used certain medications that could harm the eye's surface in the past month.
- You have not had eye trauma or eye surgery.
- You have not worn contact lenses in the past month.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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