Why do we encourage a limitation on children's access to screen time in ECECs?

Time children spend sitting and watching television or using electronic media such as computers, tablets, or electronic games (known as ‘screen time’) is time they could spend being active. Research shows that Australian children spend too much time being sedentary and not enough time being active. This can lead to short- and long-term health problems such as poorer social skills and concentration, slower development of language and memory, reduced muscle and bone growth, and a higher risk of being above a healthy weight.

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