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Podcast: The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast
Episode: 1KHO 304: It's Risky to Avoid Risky Play | Dr. Mariana Brussoni, The University of British Columbia
Description: Developmental psychologist Dr. Mariana Brussoni joins us to discuss the critical importance of risky play for children's development! Dr. Brussoni explains how injuries are the leading cause of death for children, but avoiding risk entirely is not the solution. Instead, she advocates for a balanced approach to risk that acknowledges its benefits for development.Dr. Brussoni emphasizes that risk should be viewed neutrally, not as something inherently negative. She outlines different types of risky play, including play at heights, with speed, with dangerous tools, and rough-and-tumble play, and explains why these activities are crucial for children's physical...