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Daily Mirror
Daily Mirror
National
Courtney Pochin

Child psychologist explains why it's bad news if your kid doesn't want to play outside

Many adults will have fond memories of playing outdoors as children, going to the park, or just hanging out on their estate riding bikes, climbing trees, and playing tag with friends.

But it seems many little ones today are missing out on this experience, as new research by Virgin Media O2 has found there's been a decline in children's outdoor play, with nearly two-thirds of British parents being concerned that their children aren't getting enough stimulation outside.

This news may be worrying for some mums and dads as previous scientific studies have found that spending time outdoors has numerous benefits for children's mood and concentration.

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