A task force from the European Academy of Paediatrics and the European Childhood Obesity Group has found evidence of a strong link between obesity levels across European countries and childhood media exposure. The experts’ review is published in Acta Paediatrica.
The findings indicate that parents and society need a better understanding of the influence of social media on dietary habits. In addition, health policies in Europe must take account of the range of mass media influences that promote the development of childhood obesity.
“Parents should limit TV viewing and the use of computers and similar devices to no more than 1.5 hours a day and only if the child is older than four years of age. Moreover, paediatricians should Inform parents about the general risk that mass media use poses to their children’s cognitive and physical development,” said senior author Dr. Adamos Hadjipanayis, of the European Academy of Paediatrics.
more recommended stories
Aggression at work can lead to ‘vicious circle’ of misconductNew research led by the University.
How parents cause children’s friendships to endMaking a friend is hard work..
To improve future relationship with your kids, turn up the musicIf you’re a parent whose teenagers.
Raising children around pets might be good for mental healthChildren raised in a rural environment,.
Parents may help prep kids for healthier, less violent relationshipsWarm, nurturing parents may pass along.
Potential for sun damage should be carefully balanced with need for vitamin D in childrenScientists at King’s College London are.
Mental breaks after work improve sleepRepetitive thoughts on rude behaviour at.
Raw fruit and vegetables provide better mental health outcomesSeeking the feel good factor? Go.
Parents struggle to discuss sex with LGBTQ teensResearch concludes that parents feel unequipped.
People use emotion to persuade, even when it could backfireWe intuitively use more emotional language.
Leave a Comment