23rd Annual Student Research Conference
The Relationship of Contact Lenses and Glasses Wear with Eye Health Practices among College Students
Kelly A. Durst
Dr. Jerry L. Mayhew , Faculty Mentor
This research was designed to examine the relationship of contact use and glasses wear with yearly eye exams in college students. A 9-question survey related to overall eye health was developed and validated by a board-certified Optometrist. The survey was administered to members (n = 193) of introductory health classes. There was a significant relationship (n=194, r=0.552, p=0.001) between students who wear glasses and/or contacts and yearly eye exams. 75% of men (n = 72) and 78% of women (n = 123) rated maintaining eye health as a major concern. 60% of the sample currently wore glasses or contacts. Of those wearing glasses or contacts, 86% attended yearly appoints for vision checks, while only 33% of non-correction wearers maintained regular vision checkups. These findings suggest a variety of health issues including non-compliance with recommended contact lens use and increased chances of the occurrence of preventable eye diseases among college-aged individuals.
Keywords: Contact Lenses, Glasses, Eye Health
Topic(s):Exercise Science
Presentation Type: Poster
Session: 4-1
Location: SUB-GEO
Time: 4:15