Summary
The excessive use of electronic devices affects the physical, mental and emotional health of children, compromising social skills, academic performance and well -being, as well as bringing physical inactivity, sleep disorders and other complications.
Excessive use of electronic devices can affect the physical, mental and emotional health of children, compromising social skills, school performance and general well -being.
According to Gesika Amorim, a post-graduate pediatrician in neurology and psychiatry, specialized in the full treatment of autism in the neurodi deposit, “constant exposure to digital stimuli can overload the brain of children, with consequent difficulties in the concentration of daily activities such as reading and studies.
The hours extended in front of the screens can make children remove the real world, creating a preference for virtual environments. This can undermine the development of social and emotional skills, since online interactions do not replace the personal contact necessary to understand facial expressions and body language.
Gesika still brings a warning: “It may seem innocent that a child spends hours playing with the games, to be distracted, also to be motivated by his parents, to quiet the child in a corner of the room or his room. However, this habit proves to be very harmful to children, even if these digital games do not seem instructive. Being able to draw a house or drive with Lego, not to talk about building something more elaborate.”
Excessive use of screens is associated with various adverse effects on children’s health:
– physicalism: Reducing physical activity can involve weight gain and health problems such as obesity and diabetes.
– sleep disorders: Exposure to blue light emitted by electronic devices can interfere with sleep models, causing insomnia and fatigue.
– Visual problems: Long periods in the face of screens can cause eye fatigue, blurred vision and headache.
– Anxiety and depression: The excessive use of social networks and games is connected to the increase in levels of anxiety and depression due to the pressure to adapt to non -realistic models and constant comparison with others.
“Outdoor activities and creative games are essential for cognitive infantile development. Excessive time dedicated to digital devices can limit the opportunities for exploration and imagination, making children more passive and less likely to create their own games,” says Gesika Amorim.
To mitigate the negative effects of the screens, experts suggest that parents and guardians adopt the following measures:
– Establish time limits: Set specific times for the use of electronic devices, encouraging regular breaks and offline activities.
– Offers healthy alternatives: Promote outdoor games, reading, sports and artistic activities.
– Active participation: Follow the use of technology by children, selecting educational content and participating in digital activities with them.
– Encourage social interactions: Encourage facial meetings to face with friends and family to develop social and emotional skills.
“The awareness of the impacts of excessive use of the screens is fundamental to create a balanced environment that promotes the healthy development of children. By implementing practices that limit the time of exposure and encourage various activities, it is possible to guarantee a more harmonious and full growth for children”, concludes Gesika Amorim.
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Source: Terra
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