Contrary to popular opinion, play is not just only an essential part of development for children and teens. Adults of all ages can benefit from creative play as it can serve as both a source of relaxation and brain stimulation.
The function of creative play is vital to child development as it can shape their behaviour in later life:
While play is crucial in the early stages of child development, studies have also shown how it is beneficial for people of all ages, both physically and mentally.
Playing and laughing more for adults can tackle stress as it triggers the release of the feel-good hormone endorphins. It also facilitates happiness, wards off depression, and lowers the risk of developing age-related diseases. Play can also improve our body’s vitality, increasing our energy levels and improving cognitive health.
Additional benefits also include improving our verbal communication, which can in turn help us develop stronger relationships due to an increased level of cooperation and collaboration. Research has also found that creative play can serve to enhance empathy and increase your emotional intelligence. Developing a playful nature can assist you to relax, helping you rest and reset to consider creative solutions.
As we reach the joys of adulthood, play is often considered unproductive or even a ‘guilty pleasure’, but the reality is very different. Creative play can facilitate personal development and adaptive pathways in goal achievement. So don’t let preconceived notions of play hold you back, make time for yourself and add a little more play in your life and see how it can benefit you.
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