My kids are glued to the television or computer, sometimes three or four hours a day. How much television is recommended and is there a way to encourage them to become more active?
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends less than two hours a day of screen time, that includes the television, computer time and video games. The first thing you can do for your child is turn the television off. Also, televisions should not be in the bedroom. By limiting screen time you automatically encourage more physical activity. When kids don’t have much to do in the house they are more likely to go outside and play basketball, go roller skating, or chase the dog.
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