Contrary to popular perception, more time spent in front of a computer screen makes children happier, in addition to more predictable influences on wellbeing, such as strong friendships, parental support and higher household income.
The Good Childhood Report, published today by the Children’s Society, found that England lags behind countries including Romania, Algeria and Brazil, coming ahead only of South Korea and Uganda in a survey of 16,000 children in a sample of 11 countries around the world.
England was ranked 30th out of 39 countries in a separate analysis of Europe and North America and lower than Wales (24th) and Scotland (29th).
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