We are spending more time in front of the electronic screen than before thanks to mobile phones. The prolonged TV computer and mobile phone viewing times is linked to several health issues regardless of the age factor. Studies have documented prolonged screen viewing times as prevalent sedentary behaviours and associated with an increased risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes and chronic diseases. Researchers have suggested prolonged mobile phone viewing as a risk factor of low birth weight high infant emergency transfer rate and shorter pregnancy duration. In addition prolonged mobile phone usage may lead to delayed bedtime and shorter sleeping time.
