Child’s play reaps psychological benefits, but parents prioritize academic work

Wing Yee HO, M. W. Li

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Abstract

This study aimed to examine the impact of playtime on emotions, emotional intelligence (EQ), and resilience. Results show that play promotes positive emotion, enhances EQ, and builds resilience. Parents agree play can relieve stress and protect psychological well-being, but they prefer children make timefor academic study, rather than play.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationChild’s play reaps psychological benefits, but parents prioritize academic work
Publication statusPublished - 2020

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