Abstract
<jats:p>Glaucoma is the leading cause of irreversible blindness. Although it appears to be an asymptomatic disease in its early stages, glaucoma patients have reported declines in vision-dependent mobility, reading ability, and driving skills, even during these initial phases. These patients have also reported a higher risk of motor vehicle collisions and falls, as well as suffering from mental health disorders and experiencing social isolation. The severity, location, and rate of progression of glaucomatous damage, along with visual acuity (VA) loss, reduced contrast sensitivity (CS), and adaptation problems to sudden light changes, all influence the impact on quality of life (QoL). Furthermore, high-level visual deficits such as eye-hand coordination impairment, face recognition issues, and visual search difficulties also affect daily activities. A comprehensive understanding of the impact of visual function loss on quality of life is essential for guiding patient-centered therapeutic decisions. Furthermore, this knowledge will help ophthalmologists communicate more effectively with patients, which could improve compliance and outcomes.</jats:p>