Understanding Parental Perceptions and Barriers to Myopia Control Uptake
How risk perception, safety concerns, and practical realities shape treatment decisions
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By
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Síofra Harrington
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Patricia Delbeke
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Arnaud Sauer
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Andrzej Grzybowski
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April 23, 2026
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Parental perceptions significantly influence the decision to initiate myopia control interventions in children.
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Many parents view myopia as a benign condition, underestimating its long-term ocular risks and delaying intervention.
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Parental experience with myopia and health literacy impact their understanding and acceptance of myopia control options.
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Concerns about treatment safety and efficacy, particularly regarding pharmacological interventions, hinder myopia control uptake.
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Effective communication and shared decision-making are essential to align parental perceptions with clinical recommendations for myopia management.
