17. Vision Changes Due to Screen Use
Modern lifestyles dominated by screen use are believed to be driving evolutionary trends in human vision. The global rise in myopia (nearsightedness) is especially striking, as more people spend significant time focusing on digital devices and less time outdoors.
Researchers are investigating whether our eyes will eventually adapt genetically to these changing visual demands. While environmental factors play a key role, the persistence of high myopia rates across generations may influence evolutionary shifts in eyesight. Harvard Health