Teaching Little Brains

65. Play Is Good For Your Brain

Season 2

What does "play" mean to you? Do you consider yourself a playful person?
 
Do you engage in play on a regular basis, or are you resistant to play?

Many of us understand that play is good for children's development, but do you know how, or why? Do you know that play is also good for adults?

Play reduces stress, helps strengthen relationships and trust, enhances imagination, develops social skills, and even increases productivity and creativity.

And, it doesn't have to be extensive or extravagant, simple things like putting on a silly hat, making goofy faces, playing fetch with the dog, turning your child's sock into a puppet, sending a funny meme to a coworker, playing charades, or having a laugh with your friend all count as play, and can offer many of the benefits listed above.

Find out more inside today's episode!

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