A growing physical health crisis has been impacted by tech in the last few years, notably with an increase in obesity due to less physical activity, myopia (more commonly known as nearsightedness) in kids of all ages from too much screentime, disrupted sleep patterns, and posture and neck problems.

Don’t miss the following study and article links that delve into the physical ailments caused by tech in the classroom:

• Myopia, Or Nearsightedness, Is On The Rise in Children Due to Excessive Screen Use: It affects an estimated 5% of preschoolers, about 9% of school-aged children, and 30% of adolescents. 

• Too Much Screentime Damages The Brain

• Many Observational Studies Find Relationships Between Screen Media Exposure And Increased Risks of Obesity

• Screen Use Impairs Sleep Health Among Children And Adolescents

• Poor Posture From Screentime Leads To Back Pain and “Tech Neck” In Children

These are real physical ailments that are affecting our kids and yet it remains a low-awareness issue. It’s time for us to take action!