Interesting New Study Sheds Light on Psychology Behind Choosing Contact Lenses

Feb. 12, 2011 - PRLog -- The reasons why so many of us choose to wear contact lenses have been up for discussion at an ophthalmologist conference this week. Eye care professionals in India have been examining the psychology behind wearing contact lenses and have revealed some interesting findings.

The most significant statistic to come out of the conference is that women outnumber men by ten to one when it comes to opting for cheap contact lenses over more costly glasses. Women and young girls told the clinical study that wearing contact lenses made them feel more beautiful and more attractive, while men went for glasses for similar reasons. When asked to give reasons for their choices, many men citied a feeling of authority and maturity when wearing glasses but also said that they were careless handling lenses. Women were much more adept and comfortable with contact lenses.

Ophthalmologists also indentified an increasing trend of cheap contact lenses being purchased by younger wearers. This increase in wear amongst teenagers brings India in line with other nations who have also reported rising sales amongst a younger demographic. Although contact lenses are unsuitable for the very young, they can be a boon for teenagers as glasses can sometimes make adolescent wearers self conscious and even prone to teasing or bullying by peers. An important reminder from the conference was the need to instil an appreciation of contact lens hygiene in young wearers in order that they can continue to comfortably wear lenses through to adulthood.

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