I know we each search for our, "own truth". That was certainly what I was looking for in an optometrist. Here is my tribute to that quest to tell the truth.
Obviously, you suggest to a person that long-term wearing of a plus is required, and he will not wear it. But that is indeed the crux of the problem.
I know Dr. Brumer has attempted to deal with these issues - but the problem still remains. Prevention is a "family affair", and can never be part of medicine.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7olPnlHQRpcI wish you all success, in your own goal in your life.