Nov 22, 2024
Why outdoor play is essential for your child's health and well-being
Siddhartha JanaThe digital age has redirected children's attention away from outside play and onto phone screens, resulting in decreased physical, mental, and emotional development.
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Outdoor play promotes physical health by involving children in activities such as running, jumping, and climbing that develop muscles and bones.
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Physical activity outside burns more calories, lowers the risk of childhood obesity, and strengthens the immune system.
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Team sports and group activities teach children key social skills such as sharing, empathy, and teamwork while also helping them form friendships.
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Outdoor games improve emotional well-being by lowering stress and anxiety, boosting mood through endorphin production, and reducing eye strain.
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Parents and carers should encourage outdoor play, limit screen time, and provide opportunities for physical activity, such as establishing a play space or organising nature-based family vacations.
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