Vitamin N: The benefits of kids playing outside in nature

child mental health healthy development outdoor play parenting guidance screen time balance Jan 23, 2026

Children live in a world dominated by indoor activities and screen time. With so many parents now working from home and unable to send their children to school or daycare, many families struggle to balance screen time with finding safe activities for their children.

Children are spending less and less time outdoors. This is not without consequence: their brains are suffering. Rates of childhood depression, anxiety, and obesity are skyrocketing. Children increasingly struggle with maintaining focus and attention both for school and other activities.

 

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