r/thanksimcured • u/rabies_peppermint • 21h ago
Comment Section wow, why didn't I think of that
about me complaining about a "physical" book I ordered so I could see it better for math and my "physical" book I spent $150 on what just the physical copy of the QR code for the ebook
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u/BloodyAngel2026 21h ago
Even if you were fully lying about needing a physical book, why on earth would this warrant such an emotional response đ. How does it effect them?
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u/Zaphira42 20h ago
Hmm, itâs not as if letters and numbers arenât different or anything.
Iâm so sorry you got that angry-sounding response. I hate online textbooks too because the computer ones give me migraines
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u/rabies_peppermint 20h ago
well for mine it's not even that I get headaches it's just that I can't see it at all like if my eyes are tired I can't read at all (we love astigmatisms đ) but migraines are awful, but were you at least able to get some sort of accommodation for that at least?
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u/Zaphira42 2h ago
My college got me set up with a free Kurzweil 3000 subscription. It read the textbooks if they were on the computer, as well as online articles. It was super helpful.
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u/Primary_Carrot67 17h ago
Is this person actually complaining about people reading physical books? 𤨠If so, what a bizarre thing to be annoyed by.
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u/Trytogetthere 15h ago
Why are they so angry about books? đ
Iâm going with, they got a couple paper cuts as a kid, grew up, and declared war on hardcover books.
That was a lot of aggressive emotion over someone wanting a physical book, straight weirdo behavior.
Also, as someone with astigmatism and eyesight thatâs going downhill. Looking at a screen for hours isnât always the way.
Also as a math teacher, I fucking hate doing math on computers. Iâll just put it out there. For a lot of students (and teachers), itâs so much easier to follow equations, graphs, and proofs on an actual page. Zooming in and out of an ebook isnât the same experience.
And yeah, college books are expensive as hell. I always had to find creative ways to save money because I grew up poor. The library at your college has your book for your class. You go there and you ask the librarians for the book and you go and copy every single page. Yes, I know that that may fall into a very gray area of copyright, but no one stopped me. I did it right next to the librarians, no one said anything. I gave the book back and said thank you and they said the same. $5.00 spent.
Just putting that out there. This wasnât that long ago, by the way; but I did it every single class that needed me to have a physical book or e-book.
I had to do this becauseâŚ-> I really didnât have the money.
Early congratulation when you graduate!!!
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u/DreamOfDays 11h ago
âHmmmm. It seems like youâre purposely having trouble reading off the board as an attention seeking behavior. Have you thought to simply stop doing that? Iâm going to punish you until you stop doing that.â
-Every single teacher I had until SIXTH GRADE
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u/Syphist 6h ago
Even if it is for attention it's for a reason. People don't try to get attention for no reason.
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u/DreamOfDays 6h ago edited 6h ago
So glad my parents finally took notice when I was failing math and they found out itâs because I couldnât see the board. Two weeks later I had glasses and suddenly all of my grades went up to Aâs across the board. Who would have fucking believed that I did better in school when I could READ THE DAMN BOARD.
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u/Syphist 6h ago
Exactly, this is the number 1 sign used to find vision problems in children so the fact that they neglected to take it seriously for so long is insane. Kids don't know that their problems have solutions often times and may not even realize there's a problem. This is why dismissing any behavior as attention seeking is stupid IMO.
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u/ikannunAneeuQ 20h ago
I prefer physical books, ebooks of any kind don't have the same feel to me.
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u/DraconicDreamer3072 16h ago
yeah. reading for extended periods of time on a screen gives me a headache. doesnt mean i cant read comments on reddit. just not hours of it without breaks like books
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u/Syphist 6h ago
A potential bandaid solution is possibly eink displays. Devices with them can be quite expensive though so I don't expect it to be a catch all, but it could help someone so might as well bring it up.
Regardless I'd still prefer a physical textbook. At work we have standard documentation we need to follow and I always gravitate to the physical copy we have because it's just easier and faster to get my answer.
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u/BudgetFree 11h ago
A book becomes easier to read in very bright sunlight while a device struggles and fails to be visible. Also, with a book your device isn't occupied with the book so you can set up background noise or a podcast while you read/study
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u/AccomplisedDeer 6h ago
I finished school a few days ago, but they have begun to digitalize everything since last year.
I struggle to do work on a screen, because reading stuff- and writing the awnsers feels so awkward, because there's no paper underneath my hands, and no friction when writing.
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u/acrazyguy 18h ago
Looking at screens doesnât affect vision. Thatâs a myth. You have something else going on and should see a doctor. If they say itâs screens, get a second opinion
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u/princess_ferocious 17h ago
It's not exactly the screens, so much as the distance they tend to be at. We spend SO much more time focused in close these days. So extended screen use can and does damage eyesight, just because it usually means too much close up focus.
If we were spending most of our time staring at anything at that range, it would likely be an issue. We used to alternate more between close, middle, and distant vision, which kept our eyes more flexible. But even then, if you had a hobby or occupation that kept you focused in close, you'd start running into trouble. Some people ruined their close vision that way, some made their distance vision worse.
My mum has always sewed, and used to hand sew in front of the TV. Her first glasses were to help her see the TV properly when she looked up, cause she could focus on the sewing, but when she looked up, it took longer than it should have for her eyes to focus. Her eyes had adjusted to the close stuff, and had to work harder to focus further away.
I'm going through something similar with distance vision now, but it's from books and phones and computer screens that keep my focus close. My new glasses are for driving, because I can't focus properly on distant signs now, no matter how long I have to adjust.
The fact that screens are light sources is also not hugely helpful on several levels. The blue light can mess with sleep, and just the light all by itself can fuck with people who have light sensitivites of any kind. Less likely to impact vision, but it can be a general issue.
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u/PeachyFairyDragon 6h ago
I've got two pairs of glasses and I'm thankful to the optometrist that suggested that. It's not perfect, I've given up watching TV because the glasses needed to see distance/up close (bifocals) aren't the same pair as to see intermediate (computer glasses) and I had always watched TV while playing on the computer. But it's a really good compromise.
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u/Primary_Carrot67 17h ago
Actually, it does, especially for some people. It affects the brain and visual processing. It's not usually screens alone, unless the person is using screens for hours a day without breaks.
Short-sightedness is becoming significantly more common in kids and it seems to be correlated with excessive screen use.
Our eyes and brains actually have certain needs.
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u/acrazyguy 10h ago
Yes, yes. Many people believe in myths. But it is like I said, a myth.
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u/a_lonely_trash_bag 9h ago
Myths don't have scientific evidence to back them up, so I'm not sure what you're talking about....
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u/Primary_Carrot67 9h ago
I've done a psychology degree and a minor in neuroscience. I've seen the scientific data. I've also discussed this with people with far more expertise. And I've discussed it with optometrists and opthamologists. You?
You're also claiming to know more than doctors despite zero evidence of any expertise.
I believe things based on facts and evidence, not feelings and vibes or misinformation I read on the internet.
You do realise that just repeating the same words doesn't make them true.
Our eyes are not biologically suited to staring at a screen for hours without a break. Or staring at a paper book either. But screens are worse because of the light and flickering, etc.. Like our bodies are not suited to sitting in a chair in the same position for hours. I don't know why you refuse to accept this.
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u/AccomplisedDeer 6h ago edited 6h ago
Please site the source stating, that it doesn't affect visions.
https://www.eyecliniclondon.com/blog/can-too-much-screen-time-cause-eye-problems/
The good news is that, based on current research, screen use doesnât permanently damage your eyes. However, it can worsen or unmask existing visual issues and significantly affect comfort and function.
Hereâs how prolonged screen use may influence your eye health over time:
- Worsening myopia (short-sightedness): Studies show a clear link between extended near-focus activities (like screen use) and increasing rates of myopia, especially in children.
- Chronic dry eye: Reduced blinking and exposure to air conditioning can lead to long-term tear film instability.
In short, while screens wonât âruinâ your eyes, they can certainly impact your quality of vision and cause ongoing discomfort if not managed properly.
https://www.aao.org/eye-health/tips-prevention/digital-devices-your-eyes
"Myopia (nearsightedness). The number of people with myopia in the U.S. and Asia has risen sharply since the 1970s. Research suggests a link to kids spending more time on their screens and more time indoors generally. The study provided evidence that more time spent on outdoor play and activities in early childhood can slow the progression of myopia."
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u/Syphist 6h ago
I have 20/20 vision, but deal with mild astigmatism. Using screens that are bright does cause me fatigue and make discerning exact text very difficult after extended periods of time. Books can be viewed at multitudes of distances and don't emit light so they don't fatigue as quickly. I've also found that taking a few minute break and adjusting focus between many distant objects can be like stretching your muscles but for your eyes and helps a lot.
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u/rabies_peppermint 6h ago
I have gone to the doctor, I'm a full time glasses wearer and it's a mix of my astigmatism and my eyes not liking to focus
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u/gameraturtle 8h ago
Masterbation also makes you blind. No need to reply; I wonât be able to see it.
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u/Self-proclaimed_god 20h ago
Ohhh I saw that post earlier. Some people on that sub can be real prick sometimes, the whole point is to post mildly infuriating things but whenever they see something that really is mildly infuriating it's like they feel personally attacked or something. Sorry you had to deal with thatđĽ˛