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Are children spending too much time online and is this detrimental to their health?
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22/01/2025
There are concerns that many children’s lives revolve around screen use rather than traditional activities like playing outside.
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Children are spending more time online than ever before. A recent report from
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Ofcom found that children aged 5 to 16 spend an average of 6 hours a day on
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screens, with teenagers exceeding that figure. From gaming to social media, the
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Internet has become a central part of their daily lives. Concerns about
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excessive screen time are growing. Studies have linked prolonged use to
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issues like sleep disruption, reduced physical activity and even mental health
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challenges. Experts are particularly worried about the impact on younger
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children who are still developing social and emotional skills. Safety is another
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critical issue. Many children are exposed to inappropriate content, online
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bullying and even grooming. The Internet is undeniably a valuable educational and
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social tool, but as usage continues to rise, so do concerns about its impacts
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on young people's well-being. Do you think kids spend too much time online?
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