Kids And TV – Really Bad Combination!
Watching television poses a greater risk to children’s health than was previously thought, a report claims.
Analysis of 35 scientific studies identified 15 negative effects that television can have on youngsters, ranging from short-sightedness and obesity to premature puberty and autism.
The report also notes that permanent eyesight damage has been strongly linked to watching television, and says viewing may be a bigger factor in causing obesity than diet or exercise. It also increased the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Read more here.