Why is Physical Activity Important to Study in Childhood and Adolescence?
One of the most important concerns of pediatrician in this pandemic/post-pandemic period is the damage caused by COVID-19 on children’s daily habits, especially physical activity. Children and teenagers were kept indoors during these 2 years, living their lives through digital interactions and becoming forcefully sedentary.
Studies conducted worldwide have shown that the average daily screen time of children and adolescents was greater than 2 hours a day, with the vast majority of them having a higher time than that recommended for any age.
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