Play should be a core feature of children's health care in forthcoming plans for the future of the NHS, according to a new report which argues that play "humanizes" the experiences of child patients.

The physical and mental health benefits of outdoor play are well established, but one in 10 parents of preschoolers and toddlers say their child plays outside just once a week or less. Screen time is ...

Preschool-age children are most engaged in pretend play 10–15 minutes after playing begins. In addition, girls exhibit higher organizational skills, according to a study conducted by researchers from ...