Relationship Between Level of Exposure to TV and Elementary School's Obesity and Stress

Today television is an important part of children life across the globe. Though this media could have lots of positive effects, it might lead to certain negative deep impacts. This research aims to study the relationship between the level of exposure to television and elementary school students’ obesity and stress. This correlational study was carried out on fifty 4th and 5th graders in an elementary school in Tehran city. Findings indicate that there is a significant correlation between the level of exposure to television and elementary school students’ obesity and stress. Thus, a decrease in TV exposure could help keep the society healthier.