Smartphones addiction among children under the of age 7, is known to be detrimental for the eyes, however doctors warned spending excessive time on the device may worsen physical health and cause of host of behavioural issues.
According to World Health Organization (WH0),guidelines children under five must spend less time watching screens.
Some of the effect of the regular using smartphones in children:
Sleep Disruption, using smartphones before sleep before bedtime can disrupt sleep patterns in sleep.
Reduced Physical Activity, that lack of physical activity is associated with an increased risk of obesity and related health issues.
Social Isolation, excessive time can hinder face-face social interactions, crucial for the development of communications and interpersonal skills
Cyberbullying and Mental health, the rise of social media, children to the risks cyberbullying contribution of depression and low self esteem.
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