University professor Carlos Neto today warned that childhood is becoming more sedentary, which represents a threat to both the physical and mental health of children. The reduction in free playtime was identified as one of the main factors responsible for this concerning trend.
According to Carlos Neto, excessive screen exposure is significantly contributing to this problem. Children spend increasingly more time in front of electronic devices, which limits their opportunities for movement and interaction with the surrounding environment.
Another aspect highlighted by the professor is the little contact children have with nature. The absence of outdoor activities and play in natural spaces is compromising the emotional and physical development of the youngest, depriving them of essential experiences for their healthy growth.
Carlos Neto argued that it is necessary to reverse this trend, warning about the importance of providing children with more opportunities for active play and contact with the natural environment, in order to ensure balanced development.
