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By Troy Bedinghaus, O.D., About.com Guide to Vision

Wear Eyeglasses? You're Not a Geek

Wednesday March 26, 2008
An Australian myopia study has busted the myth that people who wear glasses are geeks or nerds. The four-year study measured the five major personality factors (openness, conscientiousness, extroversion, agreeableness and neuroticism) of nearsighted participants. Results revealed no link between myopia (nearsightedness) and introversion.

Eyeglasses are a wonderful way to provide clear sight for people with vision problems. Unfortunately, there are not always good associations with wearing them. How do you feel in eyeglasses? Vote in our Vision poll and let us know.

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Source: Scott, Rebecca. People Who Wear Glasses Aren't Geeks. Medical News Today, 26 Mar 2008.

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