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Study links excessive screen time to psychological distress in adolescents

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Adolescents who spend more than three hours a day engaged in sedentary behaviors – including playing video games, reading for leisure or spending a lot of time distracted by screens – have a higher risk of facing psychological distress in the future, according to a study published in the Journal of Adolescent Health.

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Study links excessive screen time to psychological distress in adolescents

Adolescents who spend more than three hours a day engaged in sedentary behaviors – including playing video games, reading for leisure or spending a lot of time distracted by screens – have a higher risk of facing psychological distress in the future, according to a study published in the Journal of Adolescent Health.

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Excessive Sedentary Time: How Over Three Hours a Day Impacts Teen Mental

In a significant revelation concerning adolescent health, a recent study published in the Journal of Adolescent Health highlights a troubling connection between excessive sedentary activities and long-term psychological distress in teens. The research indicates that adolescents who engage in more than three hours of sedentary behavior each day, which encompasses activities such as playing video games, leisure reading, and extensive screen time, …

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Sedentary teens face higher mental health risks, study finds

Adolescents who spend more than three hours a day engaged in sedentary behaviors—including playing video games, reading for leisure or spending a lot of time distracted by screens—have a higher risk of facing psychological distress in the future, according to a study published in the Journal of Adolescent Health.

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