Development of the University of Houston near work, environment, activity, and refraction (UH NEAR) survey for myopia.

Clinical Relevance: There is a need to better elucidate demographic and behavioural factors that are contributing to the rising prevalence of myopia. Doing so will aid in developing evidence-based recommendations for behavioural modifications to prevent onset and slow progression of myopia in children.

Background: The contributions of environmental and behavioural factors in myopia remain unclear.

A systematic review of near work and myopia: measurement, relationships, mechanisms and clinical corollaries.

After decades of investigation, the role of near work in myopia remains unresolved, with some studies reporting no relationship and others finding the opposite. This systematic review is intended to summarize classic and recent literature investigating near work and the onset and progression of myopia, potential mechanisms and pertinent clinical recommendations. The impact of electronic device use is considered.