Efectos del sedentarismo y sus consecuencias en edades escolares: una revisión bibliográfica

Abstract

Currently, the advanced development of technology has influenced changes in the habits of school-aged children. Video games and online games replace physical activities, as children prefer to stay behind a screen. Thus, the general research objective was to identify the effects of sedentary behavior and its consequences in school-aged children through a literature review. The methodology was qualitative and descriptive. A literature review was conducted using digital databases, focusing on scientific articles published in Spanish in the last 10 years, excluding theses and monographs. The results revealed that the most common causes of sedentary behavior in school-aged children are the excessive use of electronic devices, a sedentary family lifestyle, and a poor diet. The most significant consequences of this behavior are associated with an increased risk of early-onset chronic diseases such as obesity, overweight, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, as well as stress, anxiety, depression, and sleep disorders. In conclusion, considering that sedentary behavior is a growing phenomenon among school-aged children, it is essential to improve regular physical activity levels in this age group through more active lifestyles, starting with the family unit and educational institutions. Keywords: sedentary behavior, school-aged children, health, physical inactivity