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The effect of the lack of outdoor areas for kids to play on?

We all know those “Keep Off The Grass” and “No Ball Games” signs that we see when out ...

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09.30 8 Jun 2026


The effect of the lack of outdoor areas for kids to play on?


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09.30 8 Jun 2026


We all know those “Keep Off The Grass” and “No Ball Games” signs that we see when out and about, but did you know they can have a negative impact on the mental health of children? 

New research says that a lack of outdoor areas for kids to play in can lead to emotional problems down the line. Claire spoke to the author of the study, Professor Helen Dodd of University of Exeter. 


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