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Sedentary Behavior and Lack of Physical Activity among Children in Indonesia

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ID15714631
AuthorsLaily Hanifah (0000-0001-8841-4520, Universitas Pembangunan Nasional Veteran Jakarta, corresponding author), Nanang Nasrulloh (0000-0002-6170-5739, Universitas Pembangunan Nasional Veteran Jakarta), Dian Luthfiana Sufyan (0000-0002-9534-7976, Universitas Pembangunan Nasional Veteran Jakarta)
Year2023
Volume10
Issue8
Pages1283-1283
Publication date2023-07-26
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueChildren (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 2227-9067 • E-ISSN: 2227-9067
PublisherMultidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (PUBLISHER • CH)
DOI10.3390/children10081283
PMID37628282
OpenAlexW4385307697
LanguageEN
Citations received8
References cited20

Sedentary behavior and lack of physical activity among children in Indonesia is an important issue that needs to be addressed. It is estimated that 57% of children in Indonesia have insufficient physical activity. Studies have shown that children who engage in sedentary behaviors are at an increased risk for various negative health outcomes, including obesity, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and poor mental health, compared to physically active ones. This article aims to provide recommendations to increase physical activity and reduce passive behavior in children in Indonesia. This is a commentary article developed from observing the recent progress of sedentary behavior and lack of physical activity among children in Indonesia and the potential consequences. The level of inactive behavior in children in Indonesia is relatively high. Factors that contribute to sedentary behavior and lack of physical activity among children in Indonesia are the increasing use of electronic devices and screen time, the lack of safe and accessible places to be physically active, the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as cultural and social norms that prioritize academic achievement over physical activity. To address sedentary lifestyles among children, there is a need for a comprehensive approach that addresses both the individual and societal factors contributing to the problem. This might include increasing access to healthy food options, promoting physical activity, and implementing education programs to raise awareness about the importance of healthy eating and physical activity, as well as limiting screen time

Environmental health · Limiting · Obesity · Physical activity · Physical therapy · Screen time · Sedentary behavior · Sedentary lifestyle · Adolescent Health and Behaviors · Medicine · Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet · Physical Activity and Health · Psychology · Gerontology

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