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A study suggests that children who engage in risky play develop better risk management skills for real-world situations, finding that taking physical chances during playtime helps children learn to navigate higher-consequence hazards more efficiently.
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British Columbia, Norway, Colorado
Who
Mariana Brussoni, Ellen Beate Hansen Sandseter, researchers from University of British Columbia, Queen Maud University College, and Colorado State University
What
A study suggests that children who engage in risky play develop better risk management skills for real-world situations, finding that taking physical chances during playtime helps children learn to navigate higher-consequence hazards more efficiently.
When
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 00:33:45 GMT · 5h 29m ago
Where
British Columbia, Norway, Colorado ·
Why
Risky play, defined as activities with uncertainty and physical thrill, fosters resilience and physical coordination, and helps children learn to assess and confront dangers, leading to better judgment for bigger risks.
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How this affects you
This research provides evidence that promoting adventurous play could enhance children's ability to safely navigate complex environments, suggesting that current approaches to making childhood 'safer' might inadvertently limit the development of essential risk assessment skills.
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