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Perpetually plugged-in youngsters are more likely to suffer poor psychological health. Although some experts recommend exercise to restore a sense of well-being, University of Bristol exercise researcher Angie Page says such extra activity may not balance the mental health equation
Ask the Experts: Can Exercise Counteract the Negative Effects of TVs and Computers on Some Kids?
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The American Academy of Pediatrics, however, recommends no more than one to two hours of "quality programming" a day, listing "violent or aggressive behavior, substance use, sexual activity, obesity, poor body image and decreased school performance" as among possible ramifications of too much unguided TV viewing. And research from the past few years has shown that children who spend more downtime in front of a screen are more likely to have emotional, social, conduct and concentration problems.
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