Health Effects of Computer Use
Health Effects of Computer Use
Introduction
Over the years, there has been a large increase in the use of computers as the world is evolving. In my study, the objective is to emphasize on the health effects of computer use in working environments and domestic homes. The speed and effectiveness of computers has made a good number organization and businesses depend on the equipment. When the computer was first introduced it was mostly used by adults. In the present day, there have been an increasing number of children using the computer for leisure and education purpose. There have been fears of the use of computer for long periods of time which may cause severe health problems to an individual. The level of discomfort it causes as increased due to the long period of time spent on the computer. In addition, these side effects of computer use develop over a period of time, which makes an individual susceptible to these problems. Many individuals who work on computers for a long period of time experience discomfort and visual related problems such as cumulative trauma injuries, back neck and shoulder problems, vision, and radiation (NYSUT). Some other effects of computer use would be eye strain and depression. The above mentioned are symptoms of health effects of computer use when the equipment is being used for a prolonged period of time. These symptoms can be avoided through use of ergonomic main beliefs. As a result, these health hazards can be reduced or eliminated, which will help the individual curb unwanted pain and suffering, discomfort, or a disabling condition because of extensive computer use (NYSUT). It is important that we are aware about the things that cause severe damage to our health and wellness. Safety and health tragedies which happened in the past, has awakened the people who got involved in safety movement and demonstrated the importance of having safety regulations regarding hazardous substances (Goetsch 7). Ergonomic principle plays an
Introduction
Over the years, there has been a large increase in the use of computers as the world is evolving. In my study, the objective is to emphasize on the health effects of computer use in working environments and domestic homes. The speed and effectiveness of computers has made a good number organization and businesses depend on the equipment. When the computer was first introduced it was mostly used by adults. In the present day, there have been an increasing number of children using the computer for leisure and education purpose. There have been fears of the use of computer for long periods of time which may cause severe health problems to an individual. The level of discomfort it causes as increased due to the long period of time spent on the computer. In addition, these side effects of computer use develop over a period of time, which makes an individual susceptible to these problems. Many individuals who work on computers for a long period of time experience discomfort and visual related problems such as cumulative trauma injuries, back neck and shoulder problems, vision, and radiation (NYSUT). Some other effects of computer use would be eye strain and depression. The above mentioned are symptoms of health effects of computer use when the equipment is being used for a prolonged period of time. These symptoms can be avoided through use of ergonomic main beliefs. As a result, these health hazards can be reduced or eliminated, which will help the individual curb unwanted pain and suffering, discomfort, or a disabling condition because of extensive computer use (NYSUT). It is important that we are aware about the things that cause severe damage to our health and wellness. Safety and health tragedies which happened in the past, has awakened the people who got involved in safety movement and demonstrated the importance of having safety regulations regarding hazardous substances (Goetsch 7). Ergonomic principle plays an
Cited: Barone, Danielle. "Computer Radiation." Family Health. Minerva Webworks, 2012. Web. 15 Apr. 2012.