Symptoms include prolonged playtime duration, antisocial behavior, aggressiveness, and decline in physical and mental health. Up to 10% of the US population is affected by video game addiction.

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While Brookfield's Candlewood Lake school has changed back its recess times, parents and child experts give feedback.

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Kindergarten to Grade 8 students will be spending more time in the gym this year, as the province implements a new action ...

It was noon at Playground Number One in Los Angeles on a crisp October day in 1905. As schoolchildren swamped L.A.’s first ...

Talk to your kids about money. Mitchell Kraus, certified financial planner and founder of Capital Intelligence Associates in ...

As the kids move their activities indoors, it can be challenging for parents and guardians to come up with inside ideas, so ...

Children and teens can become overweight or obese because of poor eating habits and lack of physical activity. Genetics and lifestyle also contribute to a child’s weight status. Recommendations for ...

A new study uncovers how early lifestyle changes can have long-lasting impacts. A diet and physical activity intervention in childhood and adolescence was found to profoundly influence metabolism even ...

Kids activities are essential to keep children entertained and learning, especially when they’re spending more time at home.