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Going to the park at least once a week can improve children's mental health
Children who visit parks and playgrounds at least once a week may have better mental health and social development as they grow up.
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A new longitudinal study by the University of Exeter found that children who visit parks and playgrounds at least once a week may experience better mental health and social‑emotional development as they grow. The research, titled “Park Visits and Social‑Emotional Development throughout Childhood: A Longitudinal Analysis of ALSPAC,” appears in the journal Epidemiology and Community Health. The findings suggest regular park exposure is linked to improved outcomes in children’s mental well‑being and social skills.
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