Do Human Eyes Grow? - Exploring the Cuteness Factor

In summary, human eyes do grow from birth and continue to grow until adulthood. This may explain why people find big eyes on babies and exaggerated head sizes on stuffed animals to be cute. While it is not certain if the size of the eyes plays a role in cuteness, it could be an interesting topic for further study. However, elongation of the eyeball is also a known cause of myopia.
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Do human eyes grow? I was thinking this might be a reason why people think big eyes are "cute," if babies were born with the same size eyes they have when they are old.
 
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Mammals respond to smaller versions of themselves only with disproportionately large heads as juveniles. Dogs are apparently able to distinguish adult humans from children in the same way.

I have read about the above - but not about large eyes. That doesn't rule out that it may be possible.

We make teddy bears, koala bears, penguins and human dolls with exaggerated head sizes so human buyers will think they are cute, for example.

You know, if you're looking for an ethology thesis topic, the big eyes thing could be very interesting... unless of course it's already a done deal.
 
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Yes, eyes grow from the time your born. If I recall correctly, I believe they are about 75% of the size they will be at adulthood.
 
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I'm glad that I've never seen a baby picture of Marty Feldman.
 
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Isn't elongation of the eyeball one of causes of myopia (light is no longer focused at the retina)?
 

Related to Do Human Eyes Grow? - Exploring the Cuteness Factor

1. Do human eyes grow as we age?

Yes, human eyes do grow as we age. This is because the eyeball itself continues to develop and increase in size from infancy until adulthood. However, the amount of growth is minimal and usually not noticeable.

2. What factors contribute to the growth of human eyes?

The growth of human eyes is primarily influenced by genetics. Additionally, factors such as nutrition, overall health, and environmental conditions can also play a role in the growth and development of the eyes.

3. Can human eyes continue to grow after adulthood?

No, human eyes do not continue to grow after adulthood. The growth of the eyes typically stops once a person reaches their late teenage years. However, the eye can still change in shape and size due to certain conditions such as pregnancy or eye diseases.

4. Is there a correlation between the size of human eyes and cuteness?

There is no scientific evidence to support a correlation between the size of human eyes and cuteness. Cuteness is a subjective concept and can be influenced by cultural and societal norms. Additionally, other facial features such as the shape of the face and the presence of dimples can also contribute to perceived cuteness.

5. Do human eyes grow at the same rate as the rest of the body?

No, human eyes do not grow at the same rate as the rest of the body. The eyes reach their full size by the time a person reaches their late teenage years, while the rest of the body continues to grow until early adulthood. However, the eyes can still change in shape and size due to factors such as aging and eye conditions.

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