Research Related to Development of Myopia (Nearsightedness) in Children
Dr. Katz conducted an exploratory research study with students in 15 of her classes in Fall 2006, Spring 2007, and Fall 2007 semesters. In this study, 417 students completed anonymous questionnaires about their childhood perceptions and experiences related to multiple factors, including perceived psychological stress, diet, near work, and time spent outdoors. The purpose of the research was to investigate whether these factors would show a relation to the development of myopia. Dr. Lambert conducted the statistical analyses of the research study's data.
- Read the article in the Journal of Behavioral Optometry reporting the results of the research (pdf)
- Read the preliminary manuscript by Dr. Louise Katz and Dr. Warren Lambert reporting the results of the research (pdf)
- See a summary list of the questions asked on the research questionnaire (pdf)
- Read about the authors (pdf)
Please contact Dr. Katz if you would like further information regarding the exploratory research study or the research project proposed in the grant application. Please contact Dr. Lambert if you would like further information regarding the analyses of the data from the research study.
Contact Information:
Louise Katz, Ph.D.
Professor of Psychology
Columbia State Community College
1665 Hampshire Pike
Columbia, TN 38401
Telephone: (931) 540-2832
FAX: (931) 540-2796
Email: LKatz@columbiastate.edu
Warren Lambert, Ph.D.
Coordinator of Behavioral Statistics,
Vanderbilt Kennedy Center
Senior Associate in Special Education & Biostatistics
Vanderbilt University
Nashville, TN 37212
Telephone: (615) 322-7411
FAX: (615) 343-5737
Email: Warren.Lambert@Vanderbilt.Edu