Why Do Screens Make Us Feel Tired?

Screens make us feel tired because they give off a special kind of light called blue light. This light is like the sun, it can keep you awake, but if you stare at it too long in the dark, your eyes get sore and tired. It's like when you read a book in bed and your eyes are squinting all night.

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Your eyes get tired after reading a book in bed for hours.
You stare at your phone all night and feel like your eyes are burning.
Looking at a bright screen in a dark room feels like looking at the sun.

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