Rubbing your eyes when they're tired or irritated is something most of us do – but is it something we should be paying more attention to?

Rubbing your eyes when they're tired or irritated is something most of us do u2013 but is it something we should be paying more attention to?

u201cIs rubbing your eyes bad for you?u201d An optometrist explains 

“Is rubbing your eyes bad for you?” An optometrist explains 

Where does the impulse to rub our eyes come from? 

Is there a ‘safe’ way to rub your eyes? 

What’s the best way to deal with eye discomfort without rubbing? 

An optometrist explains the potential dangers.