Television running in the background is harmful to children.
Milli.Az reports that Russian child neurologist Galina Nevrüzina spoke about this.
She stated that the problem is not only in the content of the broadcast program but also in the open screen itself.
Even a television running in the child's room reduces their need for communication with the environment and slows development. Children show the best progress during real playtime. These games increase their interest and encourage them towards more complex activities.
Nevrüzina adds that television programs intended for children do not always serve educational purposes and sometimes may delay development. Children who spend a lot of time in front of the screen have increased risks of speech delay, attention problems, and future reading difficulties.
Research shows that more interaction with screens at a young age reduces brain and physical activity. Prolonged time in front of the television or computer can lead to obesity, sleep disturbances, and aggressive behavior in the future.
An additional problem is parents' own use of devices. When parents spend a lot of time on screens, quality communication with children decreases. Nevrüzina recommends that parents limit their smartphone and television use to spend time talking, playing, and answering their children's questions.
