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中国流浪动物现状及成因--中国培森动保研究院-行业参考研究报告

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焦虑症为什么会影响睡眠？

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焦虑症为什么会影响睡眠？

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不同国家对待流浪动物的不同方式

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不同国家对待流浪动物的不同方式

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濒危动物：为什么防止物种灭绝十分重要

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濒危动物：为什么防止物种灭绝十分重要

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濒危动物：为什么防止物种灭绝十分重要

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我们很难给出一个数字来说明有多少物种正在消失，新物种被发现的速度快于他们被记录、分类和命名的速度。但科学家们可以肯定地说，随着气候危机加剧，自然栖息地消失，以及动物及其器官贸易破坏自然系统，物种灭绝的速度正在加快。据世界自然基金会估计，在过去两代的时间里，动物王国已经缩小了大约一半，每年有1万到10万个物种像渡渡鸟一样灭绝。

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自殖民统治以及奴隶时代开始，种族主义和民族偏见就成了美国的一个主要问题。法律曾一度默许了种族主义的合法性，并给予白人受法律保护的优待和权利，而这些权利不为美国原住民、非裔美国人、亚裔美国人以及拉丁裔美国人所享有。从17世纪开始一直到19世纪60年代，歐裔美國人（尤其是英裔美国人）享有法律所赋予的特权，这些特权了包括受教育权、移民权、选举权、公民权、土地征用权以及刑事诉讼权。这一时期，许多从欧洲移民而来的非新教徒──尤其像是犹太人、爱尔兰人、波蘭人以及意大利人──在美国社会中都遇到了排外主义以及其他一些种族歧视形式，而歧视他们的人并不完全是白人。

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多重歧视与交叉性：平等和自由问题 

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多重歧视与交叉性：平等和自由问题 

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这种论点，是否解释了法国社会科学家、社会法律研究（尤其是政治学家）在各种法律范畴的解构方面形成自己的实证研究（Chauvin and Jaunait 2012, p.5），在阶级、种族和社会性别的交叉性方面提…

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京剧艺术对当代青少年的教育意义研究

京剧是中国传统戏曲中的一种，它源自明代的民间曲艺，发展于清代，至今已有数百

年的历史。京剧以其独特的表演形式、丰富的剧情和深厚的文化内涵而闻名于世，被誉为

"中国戏曲之花"。随着时代的变迁，越来越多的青少年逐渐远离了京剧，对其认知和了

解也越来越少。对于当代青少年来说，京剧艺术在教育中的意义是什么？有何价值？本文

将从文化传承、艺术修养和身心发展三个方面进行研究。

一、文化传承

京剧作为中国传统文化的重要组成部分，承载着丰富的历史、宗教、哲学、艺术、文

学等方面的文化元素。青少年学习京剧，可以帮助他们更好地了解和认识中国传统文化，

加深对古代历史和文学的理解，培养对传统文化的热爱和敬重。京剧中的唱、念、做、打

艺术形式，融合了音乐、舞蹈、表演等多种艺术形式，展现出博大精深的中国传统艺术魅

力。学习京剧，可以促进青少年对音乐、舞蹈、戏剧等艺术形式的理解和欣赏，培养他们

对艺术的审美情趣，提高他们的文化素养。

二、艺术修养

京剧以其独特的表演形式和技艺要求，对演员的艺术修养有着极高的要求，比如唱腔

的精妙、舞蹈的优美、表演的真实等。对青少年来说，学习京剧可以培养其综合艺术修养

和细致品味的能力，提高其表演技巧和艺术修养。通过京剧的学习，可以锻炼青少年的表

演能力、审美情趣和情感表达能力，帮助他们更好地认识自我、发展自我，提高自信心和

自尊心，培养他们的创造力和想象力，提高他们的综合素质。

三、身心发展

学习京剧可以促进青少年的身心发展，帮助他们更好地调节情绪，改善心理健康。在

学习京剧的过程中，青少年需要投入大量的时间和精力去学习唱腔、舞蹈、表演等技能，

需要不断地排练和演出，这对他们的身体素质和意志品质有着极大的锻炼作用。京剧表演

要求演员对剧情、角色、情感等都有深入的理解和把握，这对青少年的认知能力、思维能

力和情感培养都有着积极的推动作用。学习京剧，可以帮助青少年更好地理解和认识世界，

更好地认识和发展自己，增强他们的自我意识和社会责任感，培养他们的团队协作精神和

集体荣誉感。

京剧艺术对当代青少年的教育意义是多方面的，既有文化传承和艺术修养的意义，又

有身心发展和人格塑造的意义。对青少年来说，学习京剧意味着了解和认识中国传统文化，

培养艺术修养，促进身心发展。学校和家庭应该加强对青少年京剧教育的推广和支持，让

更多的青少年通过京剧艺术的学习，感受到中国传统文化的魅力，提高他们的艺术修养和

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 幼儿教育的京剧与心理健康

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幼儿园艺术教育中的京剧元素与心理健康

艺术教育在幼儿园教育中扮演着重要的角色，它不仅能够培养幼儿

的创造力和审美能力，还能促进幼儿的心理健康发展。在幼儿园的艺

术教育中，京剧作为中国传统艺术的代表之一，不仅有着深厚的历史

文化底蕴，更蕴含着许多对幼儿发展有益之处。本文将探讨幼儿园艺

术教育中引入京剧元素对幼儿心理健康的积极影响。

首先，京剧能够培养幼儿的情感表达能力。京剧作为一种戏剧艺术

形式，通过表演来传达人物的情感和内心世界。幼儿是情感表达的初

学者，他们通常难以准确地表达自己的情感。在京剧表演中，幼儿可

以通过扮演不同的角色，学习感受和表达不同的情感，比如喜怒哀乐

等。这种情感的表达训练有助于幼儿提升情感的准确性和丰富性，培

养他们的情感表达能力。

其次，京剧培养了幼儿的观察能力和注意力。京剧表演通常注重面

部表情、动作和音乐的合理搭配，这对于幼儿的观察力和注意力是一

种很好的训练。在观看京剧表演时，幼儿需要集中注意力，观察演员

的各种表现形式，并理解其中的情节和意义。这种注意力的培养不仅

对幼儿的学习有益，同时也能够提高他们对于细节的敏感度，增强观

察和理解力。

此外，京剧也能够促进幼儿的身体协调能力和肢体表达能力的发展。

京剧的表演形式注重舞台动作和姿态，演员需要通过身体的各种动作

来表达角色的性格和情感。在学习京剧的过程中，幼儿需要模仿演员

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Cynthia

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几年前，在底特律天际线的映衬下，一群大约15名来自中东和非洲的儿童难民得以重新安置，他们在空中挥舞着蓝色、粉色及白色的彩带，跳跃着、旋转着。

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中图分类号：G807 文献标识码：A 文章编号：1674-3520（2015）-01-00-01 舞蹈作为一种美妙的艺术，在教育传统中以“美育”为教育目的，通过对青少年进行舞蹈教育，以期达到“肢体美、心灵美”的功效。由此可见，舞蹈教育不仅有助于释放压力、克服自卑、改善人际关系等心理问题的辅导，而且对青少年的生理健康也有很大裨益。本文将从舞蹈教育对青少年身心健康的实践出发，探讨舞蹈教育对青少年身心健康的作用所在。 一、舞蹈教育对青少年心理健康的影响 目前青少年心理健康问题呈现多样化，具体表现有：注意力不集中、心理脆弱、缺乏自信等问题。在行为上具体表现出：容易冲动、厌学、甚至伤人。面对青少年的心理健康问题，在加强青少年心理健康教育的同时，舞蹈教育也是治疗青少年心理健康的不错选择。舞蹈教育对青少年心理健康的影响具体如下： （一）释放压力。舞蹈自古以来就是情感表达、情感宣泄的一种表达方式。关于舞蹈能舒缓情绪、释放压力的作用，有两种来源可以考证。一是在远古人类，人们将疾病归结于邪魔附体，通过舞蹈方式，以明快、紧张的节奏，带动全身，帮助人们驱魔去病；二是古人说人们无论表达何种情感，动作是表达的终极方式。连贯流畅的动作即组成了基础性的舞蹈，帮助人们舒缓压力。当代青少年面临的激烈的竞争，肩负着父母“望子成龙”的期望，学业压力大，又因为心智不成熟，无法正确释放压力，容易导致心理疾病。 （二）克服自卑。在青少年的成长过程中，家庭教育必不可少。父母对子女的期望颇高，所以对子女的要求十分严厉，在日常生活和学习中经常指责子女。据青少年心理专家研究指出，经常性的指责孩子，会使孩子对自己的能力产生怀疑，容易使其产生自卑心理，否定自己，无法增强自信心，尤其在青少年心理发育的关键阶段。而舞蹈可以帮助青少年克服自卑，提升自信心。舞蹈不是艺术家的专利，基础性的舞蹈就可以帮助青少年。在优美的音乐伴奏下，孩子们把一个一个舞蹈动作展现出美感，哪个动作不到位，老师会进行指导、鼓励，帮助孩子们克服挫折、战胜沮丧。当孩子们把一个个简单的动作串成一套完美的舞蹈，他们自己会发现：原来我可以做到，原来我是这么的美。舞蹈可以帮助青少年克服自卑，找回自信，帮助他们重拾积极向上的信心。 （三）改善人际关系。当前的青少年多为家中独生子女，父母多溺爱，易于形成以自我中心的意识。加上部分青少年沉迷互联网，喜欢“宅”，成为“宅男”“宅女”。这些都不利于青少年人际交往能力的提高，在与同学、老师，甚至父母交往时，往往显得人际关系不协调。舞蹈教育有利于青少年改善人际关系，提高人际交往能力。具体表现为：（1）舞蹈要求舞者敞开心扉，用心灵去感受音乐、拥抱舞蹈；（2）舞蹈需要与观众交流、需要舞者之间交流。舞者之间需要默契、信任。在舞蹈编排时，舞者们需要一起面对挫折、一起交流；当舞者共同完成舞蹈时，合作意识也就产生了。通过舞蹈，青少年会觉得和大家在一起是多么开心愉悦的一件事，不知不觉中培养了青少年的团队合作能力，增强了青少年人际交往能力。 （四）心理治疗案例。现阶段青少年学生抑郁症患者屡见不鲜，这多因为缺少关爱等多重因素导致。案例如下，萍萍从小就在自闭中长大，没有朋友陪伴，没有亲人关心，几次自杀都幸亏发现及时而侥幸抢救成功。在一次偶然路过艺术学校时，她被美妙的音乐所吸引，循声看见一群美丽的少女在舞蹈。她回忆道，当时她深深迷上了舞蹈。之后她开始进行舞蹈训练，训练过程中她慢慢体会到自己的内心情感，逐渐享受舞蹈。萍萍从此爱上舞蹈，热爱生命，她觉得是舞蹈给了她一个全新的自我，“使她得以重生”。 二、舞蹈教育对青少年身体健康的影响 （一）舞蹈有助于人体骨骼发育。舞者需经常性进行形体训练，达到体态优美，帮助舞者保持优美的体型和姿态。舞者还须进行身体素质的训练。虽然人的形体和机能由先天决定，但是研究表明，后天的锻炼也会起到一定的改善作用。对于青少年来说，舞蹈可以帮组他们的骨骼更好发育、塑造更美身形。系统化、科学化的舞蹈教育，有助于青少年增长身高及身体的均衡发展。据研究表明，在同龄的青少年中，经常参加舞蹈训练的比不参加舞蹈训练的身高，平均高出5-9厘米，身体的发育状态也比不参加舞蹈训练的青少年要更显优美、匀称。 （二）舞蹈有助于人体内脏健康。舞蹈有助于人体各器官的健康发展，尤其对内脏健康发展尤为明显。经常性运动，可使心肌发育健康、搏动力增强、心跳有力；舞蹈时经常需要抬头挺胸，可使胸部得以扩展、增大吸氧，保证机体氧气的充足；腰腹动作能对肝、脾、肾、大小肠等诸多器官起到按摩作用，促进器官血液循环，提高肠胃消化能力，加速体内新陈代谢；经常性的腰腹运动，还能消耗多余的脂肪。通过舞蹈，可以锻炼肌肉，提高肌肉的收缩能力，促进肌肉健康发展。总之，舞蹈作为一种独特的运动方式，可以活跃人体的四肢、五脏六腑，达到强身健体之奇效。 （三）舞蹈有助于实现精神升华。当人体的动作与音乐完美结合的时候，不仅能给舞者带来精神上的快感，还伴有生理上的愉悦，这就是灵魂与身体的结合，两者交融在一起，使舞者身心共同置于极度快乐、极度兴奋的快感中，从而获得前所未有的幸福感。舞者随着音乐舞动四肢，这些动作不断刺激着肌肉，由此产生的神经冲动传输到大脑，引起美感意识，舞者完全沉浸在音乐、律动中，如痴如醉，充分释放着自我的情感，精神获得极大满足。 （四）舞蹈有助于提升综合素质。舞蹈不仅能帮助青少年的身体恢复。对弯腰驼背现象加以改善，还能对青少年的创新能力、道德素养等加强培养。舞蹈训练多涉及教学、排练、表演等多方面，在每一次的努力后，学生都能体会坚忍不拔、坚持不懈的思想品格，同时舞蹈的创意激发了青少年的创新能力，舞蹈的编排让学生懂得了生活中的真善美，对于学生综合素质的提升不可或缺。 三、结束语 在青少年身心健康问题上，舞蹈教育越来越多的发挥着作用，也越来越多的被人所重视。让我们一起来普及青少年舞蹈教育，帮助更多的青少年身心能够健康发展，让美在青少年间永远传播。

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For many years, thousands of stray cats in Vietnam have been snatched and sold to food vendors, households, and even restaurants. Vietnam has an extremely lucrative underground black market trade for cats and dogs. It is often made into a stew, or as a soup. It does not stop there, as cats can be skewered, served with lemongrass, served with ginger, or even marinated in coriander and chile. Many of the dishes seem to be prepared in the same way pork would be, and is considered a delicacy in Ho Chi Minh city.

It is illegal for consumption in Vietnam but is still practiced to this very day. They are called "little tigers". The demand for this delicacy is high and has an unusual effect on crime rates. House pets are often stolen from their homes in the country, or even from neighboring countries of Thailand and Laos, which are then smuggled into specialty Bucher shops. The few cat owners who hold these animals as pets in Vietnam know that the cats must be indoors at all times since strays are picked up and turned into "little tigers".

Unsurprisingly, China is one of the largest consumers of cat and dog meat in the world. It is not just black market vendors that sell these types of meat, they can be found in various provinces and regions throughout China. They are prepared in many different ways and seen as a delicacy. The meat can be considered great for health as there is a common belief that metabolism is improved. It also helps to cool oneself down during summer and heat you properly during the winter.

It is prepared as a soup, steak, or combined with vegetables and rice, and served with seasoning and toppings. Chinese thieves fuel the cat meat industry, where an unfortunate number of over four million kittens are eaten each year. There is not much official enforcement against the eating of cats and other pets, but rather, the rules are more against the thievery and burglary of pets and stray cats.

Surprisingly, many regions and vendors sell felines as a delicacy to their customer base. Australia is known for having the highest abundance of wildlife, even in urbanized locations, and stray cats are not exempt from this categorization. Australia does not have a specific rule for slaughtering cats for consumption, which leaves a gray area for those who are preparing these animals for meals. Australia also has a large influx of foreigners each year, which come to migrate here to work seasonally.

Although it is not illegal, there is a large black market that extends itself from Asia into Australia for cat meat. The law does not prohibit you from eating cat meat but does prohibit theft and the encroachment of animal abuse or inhumane practices. If killing the animal caused unnecessary pain, or was not killed instantly, this may be interpreted as a legal offense and could be prosecuted under the full extent of the law.

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For many years, thousands of stray cats in Vietnam have been snatched and sold to food vendors, households, and even restaurants. Vietnam has an extremely lucrative underground black market trade for cats and dogs. It is often made into a stew, or as a soup.

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China: Stray cats keep Beijing’s Forbidden City clean

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Millions of furry souls weave through China's vibrant cities, sharing the landscape with bustling human life. Yet, these stray animals often face a starkly different reality, battling hunger, exposure, and constant danger.

A spark of outrage, a call for action

Last year, a food blogger's horrific abuse of a defenceless cow cat for three days including starvation, knife cuts, and being burned alive sparked outrage and ignited a firestorm across the web. This incident, while abhorrent, shone a light on the need for stronger animal cruelty laws and amplified the voices of countless individuals dedicated to improving the lives of strays.

However, the issue extends beyond individual acts. A two-year-old girl's mauling by an off-leash Rottweiler in Chengdu, Sichuan further highlighted the risks posed by uncontrolled animals. In response, local authorities in several provinces implemented crackdowns on both strays and undocumented pets. While aiming to address public safety concerns, these measures raise questions about the effectiveness of such broad actions and the potential impact on responsible pet ownership.

Thankfully, the narrative indeed has started shifting. Growing awareness, coupled with dedicated efforts from brands and technology companies, is paving the way for a brighter future for these forgotten creatures. However, there continues to be various challenges faced by these lives, and there is still a long way to go.

Growing awareness, coupled with dedicated efforts from brands and technology companies, is paving the way for a brighter future for these forgotten creatures

The current status: alarming numbers and limited protection

So, what is the current status of stray animals and protection laws in China?

With over 40 million stray dogs and 53 million stray cats, as reported in the 2021 China Pet Industry White Paper, this staggering number is compounded by China's 2019 ranking as the fifth country with the highest number of rabies deaths, according to the International Journal of Infectious Diseases.

The living conditions of stray animals in most cities are still deeply concerning. They endure the agony of extreme cold and hunger, the torment of disease, the risks of reproduction due to not being neutered, and the constant struggle to find shelter. Beyond mere abandonment, the lack of legal constraints against pet cruelty, animal abuse, and poisoning, also exacerbates a critical situation for stray animals.

Burden of kindness: Ye Chunhua's struggle for 700 abandoned souls

While many rescue organisations have emerged, they too face significant challenges. Without government support and substantial financial backing, they rely solely on donations from kind-hearted individuals and the tireless efforts of volunteers to sustain their operations.

58-year-old Ye Chunhua from Chengdu embodies selflessness, rescuing over 700 stray animals in 30 years. Her self-built shelter offers sanctuary, but the reality bites: feeding, housing, and caring for 700 mouths costs nearly 100,000 Yuan monthly.

The weight of responsibility is immense. Nearing 60, Ye sometimes resorts to begging to supplement dwindling resources. Each rescued animal represents a life saved, but the financial strain threatens to break her unwavering spirit.

Ye's story paints a stark picture - one of boundless compassion battling overwhelming odds. While her dedication is admirable, it highlights the harsh realities faced by animal rescuers, often working tirelessly with limited means.

Similarly, in 2022, the "Cat Virtues Academy" (猫德学院) in Shandong, a capture, training and adoption volunteer group was so overwhelmed by abandoned cats on their doorsteps, that they had to stop taking in new cats.

But hope flickers amidst the darkness. The more voices raised for homeless animals, the more actions and processes are being initiated by society, both from individuals and corporate entities.

The more voices raised for homeless animals, the more actions and processes are being initiated by society, both from individuals and corporate entities

The hashtag #rescuingstrayanimals has sparked significant engagement, with 1.3 billion views and 290k participants on Xiaohongshu (RED), and over 8.6 billion views on Douyin, showcasing the heightened attention to this matter.

Brands championing the cause: tech and corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives

The advancement in technology, such as introducing applications for virtual feeding of stray cats, and cause-related marketing campaigns have been widely implemented over the past year.

"Hello Street Cats" - using tech to create a better world

This groundbreaking app leverages the power of technology to improve the lives of stray cats. Developed by Hello , a leading technology company in China, the app offers a comprehensive and gamified solution to stray cat management, including:

Virtual Feeding: Users can remotely feed stray cats in real time, ensuring they have access to fresh and nutritious food.

Virtual Cat Care: Users can interact with and observe stray cats through three strategically placed cameras, fostering a sense of connection and compassion.

Share the Moment: When feeding and leaving messages, the Hello Street Cat app automatically generates a video of the kitten eating, ready for the feeder to share as a social feature.

Community Building: The app creates a platform for cat lovers to connect, share information, and collaborate on initiatives to help strays.

Hello Street Cat's app interface

A humane approach to stray cat management

Hello Street Cat's innovative approach to stray cat care is based on the TNR method (Trap-Neuter-Return). This humane and effective method involves trapping stray cats, neutering or spaying them, and then returning them to their original location. By preventing unwanted litters, TNR helps to reduce the number of stray cats over time, especially in China.

The launch of Hello Street Cat marks a significant step forward in the fight against stray cat overpopulation in China. By combining innovative technology with a humane approach, the app has the potential to make a real difference in the lives of millions of unhoused cats.

Rise of stray animal CSR campaigns

Riding the wave of China's booming pet economy, brands across industries are jumping on the stray animal cause for their CSR campaigns. Whether it's food giants like Meituan partnering with rescue shelters or sportswear brands launching dog-walking trainers with charity donations, the message is clear: brands are recognising consumers' concerns. From interactive installations to cat cafes raising awareness, these campaigns offer brands a chance to connect with a passionate audience, build positive perception, and make a real difference for strays.

A brighter ruture on the horizon

these positive developments signal a potential turning point for China's stray animals, offering a brighter future on the horizon

China's millions of stray animals face a bleak reality - harsh conditions, limited legal protection, and public health concerns. However, hope glimmers as public awareness surges through social media campaigns, tech-driven solutions like virtual feeding apps emerge, and brands champion rescue efforts. While stronger animal cruelty laws, support for rescue organisations, and responsible pet ownership remain crucial, these positive developments signal a potential turning point for China's stray animals, offering a brighter future on the horizon.

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Cruising at 35,000 feet, your office view is unparalleled-but so are the pressures that come with it. The life of a pilot is often romanticized, with images of soaring through the clouds and exploring new destinations. However, behind the scenes, pilots face unique challenges and stressors that can significantly impact their performance and well-being. In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore effective strategies for pilots to mitigate stress, ensuring safer skies and healthier aviators.

The aviation industry presents a unique set of stressors that pilots must navigate daily. From unpredictable weather conditions to tight schedules and the immense responsibility of passenger safety, the pressures can be overwhelming. These stressors can have a profound impact on pilot performance and, consequently, on aviation safety. Recognizing the need for effective stress mitigation techniques is crucial not only for the well-being of pilots but also for the overall safety of air travel.

Navigating Performance Improvement Plans and Stress Leave: A Comprehensive Guide can be a valuable resource for pilots facing work-related stress. However, it's essential to address stress proactively before it reaches critical levels.

To effectively manage stress, it's crucial to first understand its sources and effects in the context of aviation. Common sources of stress for pilots include:

1. Irregular work schedules and disrupted circadian rhythms
2. Time away from family and social support systems
3. Constant vigilance and high-stakes decision-making
4. Technical challenges and equipment malfunctions
5. Dealing with difficult passengers or crew members
6. Job insecurity and industry volatility

The physiological and psychological effects of stress on pilots can be significant. Stress can lead to fatigue, decreased cognitive function, impaired decision-making, and reduced situational awareness. These effects can have serious implications for flight safety.

Numerous aviation incidents and accidents have been attributed, at least in part, to pilot stress. The role of stress in these events underscores the critical importance of effective stress management techniques for pilots.

One of the most effective ways to combat stress is through lifestyle adjustments. For pilots, maintaining a healthy work-life balance can be challenging but is essential for long-term well-being.

Nutrition and hydration play a crucial role in stress management. Pilots should focus on maintaining a balanced diet, even when faced with irregular meal times and limited food options. Staying hydrated is equally important, as dehydration can exacerbate stress and fatigue.

Exercise is another powerful tool for stress reduction. Pilots can benefit from tailored exercise routines that fit their unique schedules. This might include in-room workouts during layovers, quick stretching sessions between flights, or making use of hotel fitness facilities.

Adequate sleep and fatigue management are perhaps the most critical aspects of a pilot's lifestyle. Implementing good sleep hygiene practices, such as maintaining a consistent sleep schedule when possible and creating a conducive sleep environment, can significantly reduce stress levels.

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In addition to lifestyle adjustments, specific mental health practices can be highly effective in mitigating pilot stress.

Mindfulness and meditation techniques have gained popularity in recent years, and for good reason. These practices can help pilots stay present and focused, reducing anxiety about future events or past experiences. Many airlines now offer mindfulness training as part of their pilot wellness programs.

Cognitive-behavioral strategies are another powerful tool for managing stress. These techniques help pilots identify and challenge negative thought patterns, replacing them with more balanced and realistic perspectives. This can be particularly helpful when dealing with the high-pressure situations often encountered in aviation.

Regular counseling or therapy can provide pilots with a safe space to process their experiences and develop coping strategies. Many airlines offer confidential counseling services to their pilots, recognizing the importance of mental health support in this demanding profession.

Building resilience through positive psychology is another effective approach to stress management. This involves focusing on strengths, cultivating gratitude, and developing a growth mindset. These practices can help pilots bounce back from challenges and maintain a positive outlook even in stressful situations.

Continuous training and skill enhancement can significantly boost a pilot's confidence, reducing stress related to job performance. Staying up-to-date with the latest aviation technologies and procedures can help pilots feel more in control and better equipped to handle challenges.

Effective communication strategies with crew members and air traffic control are crucial for reducing stress in the cockpit. Clear, concise communication can prevent misunderstandings and reduce the likelihood of stressful situations arising.

Time management and organizational skills are essential for pilots to navigate their complex schedules and responsibilities. Developing efficient routines and systems can help reduce the stress associated with juggling multiple tasks and deadlines.

Utilizing simulators for stress-inducing scenarios can help pilots prepare for challenging situations in a controlled environment. This type of training can boost confidence and reduce anxiety when similar situations are encountered in real flights.

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Airlines play a crucial role in supporting pilot stress management. Many have implemented comprehensive policies and programs aimed at promoting pilot well-being. These may include flexible scheduling options, mental health resources, and wellness programs.

Peer support groups and mentoring programs can be invaluable resources for pilots. These initiatives provide a platform for pilots to share experiences, offer support, and learn from one another in a non-judgmental environment.

The aviation industry as a whole has recognized the importance of addressing pilot mental health. Industry-wide initiatives, such as the implementation of peer support programs and the development of mental health guidelines, demonstrate a commitment to supporting pilot well-being.

Technological advancements are also playing a role in stress monitoring and management. Wearable devices that track physiological indicators of stress, fatigue management apps, and AI-powered scheduling systems are just a few examples of how technology is being leveraged to support pilot well-being.

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Managing stress is a critical skill for pilots, essential for both personal well-being and aviation safety. By implementing a combination of lifestyle adjustments, mental health practices, professional development strategies, and utilizing organizational support, pilots can effectively mitigate the unique stressors they face.

It's important to emphasize that stress management is not a one-size-fits-all approach. Pilots should experiment with different techniques to find what works best for them. A holistic approach, addressing physical, mental, and emotional well-being, is likely to be most effective.

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Creating a less stressful aviation environment is a collective responsibility. Airlines, industry regulators, mental health professionals, and pilots themselves all have a role to play. By working together and prioritizing pilot well-being, we can ensure safer skies and healthier, happier pilots.

How Experts in Operations Management Address Stress in Service Industry Businesses offers insights that can be applied to the aviation industry to create more supportive work environments for pilots.

As we continue to advance in our understanding of stress and its impacts, the aviation industry must remain committed to evolving its approach to pilot well-being. By doing so, we can ensure that those responsible for guiding us safely through the skies are equipped with the tools and support they need to manage the unique pressures of their profession.

How Airport Therapy Programs Help Lower Stress for Travelers highlights initiatives that can benefit pilots during their time in airports, contributing to overall stress reduction.

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1. Federal Aviation Administration. (2021). Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge. U.S. Department of Transportation.

2. International Civil Aviation Organization. (2020). Manual on Civil Aviation Cabin Crew Safety. ICAO.

3. Salas, E., Jentsch, F., & Maurino, D. (2010). Human Factors in Aviation. Academic Press.

4. Caldwell, J. A., & Caldwell, J. L. (2016). Fatigue in Aviation: A Guide to Staying Awake at the Stick. Routledge.

5. Dekker, S. (2017). The Field Guide to Understanding 'Human Error'. CRC Press.

6. Helmreich, R. L., & Merritt, A. C. (2019). Culture at Work in Aviation and Medicine: National, Organizational and Professional Influences. Routledge.

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Children with ADHD show signs of inattention, hyperactivity, and/or impulsivity in specific ways. These children:

Are in constant motion

Squirm and fidget

Do not seem to listen

Have trouble playing quietly

Often talk excessively

Interrupt or intrude on others

Are easily distracted

Do not finish tasks

How Is ADHD Diagnosed?

Though your child may have some symptoms that seem like ADHD, it might be something else. That's why you need a doctor to check it out.

There is no specific or definitive test for ADHD. Instead, diagnosing is a process that takes several steps and involves gathering a lot of information from multiple sources. You, your child, your child's school, and other caregivers should be involved in assessing your child's behavior. A doctor will also ask what symptoms your child has, how long ago those symptoms started, and how the behavior affects your child and the rest of your family. Doctors diagnose ADHD in children after a child has shown six or more specific symptoms of inattention or hyperactivity on a regular basis for more than 6 months in at least two settings. The doctor will consider how a child's behavior compares with that of other children the same age.

A doctor will give your child a physical exam, take a medical history, and may even give him a noninvasive brain scan.

Your child's primary care doctor can determine whether your child has ADHD using standard guidelines developed by the American Academy of Pediatrics, which says the condition may be diagnosed in children ages 4 to 18. Symptoms, though, must begin by age 12.

It is very difficult to diagnose ADHD in children younger than 5. That's because many preschool children have some of the symptoms seen in ADHD in various situations. Also, children change very rapidly during the preschool years.

In some cases, behavior that looks like ADHD might be caused instead by:

3 Types of ADHD in Children

Doctors may classify symptoms as the following types of ADHD:

Hyperactive/impulsive type. Children show both hyperactive and impulsive behavior, but for the most part, they are able to pay attention.

Inattentive type. Formerly called attention deficit disorder (ADD). These children are not overly active. They do not disrupt the classroom or other activities, so their symptoms might not be noticed.

Combined type (inattentive and hyperactive/impulsive). Children with this type of ADHD show both categories of symptoms. This is the most common form of ADHD.

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ADHD Treatment Overview

Treatment plans may include special education programs, psychological intervention, and drug treatment. Learn as much as you can about the options and talk them over with your child's health care provider so you can make the best plan for your child.

Studies show that long-term treatment with a combination of medications andbehavioral therapyis much better than just medication treatment, or no specific treatments in managing hyperactivity, impulsivity, inattention, and symptoms of anxiety and depression. Those kids treated with both ADHD drugs and therapy also had better social skills.

Drugs for Childhood ADHD

A class of drugs called psychostimulants (or sometimes just stimulants) is a highly effective treatment for childhood ADHD. These medicines, including Adderall, Adzenys XR-ODT, Vyvanse, Concerta, Focalin, Daytrana, Ritalin, and Quillivant XR, help children focus their thoughts and ignore distractions.

Another treatment used to treat ADHD in kids isnonstimulant medication. These medications include Intuniv,Kapvay, and Strattera.

ADHD medicines are available in short-acting (immediate-release), intermediate-acting, and long-acting forms. It may take some time for a doctor to find the best medication, dosage, and schedule for someone with ADHD. ADHD drugs sometimes have side effects, but these tend to happen early in treatment. Usually, side effects are mild and don't last long.

Behavioral Treatments for Children With ADHD

Behavioral treatment for children with ADHD includes creating more structure, encouraging routines, and clearly stating expectations of the child.

Other forms of ADHD treatment that may benefit your child include:

Social skills training. This can help a child with ADHD learn behaviors that will help them develop and maintain social relationships.

Support groups and parenting skills training. This includes support for the parents and helping them learn more about ADHD and how to parent a child who has ADHD.

What Treatment Is Best for My Child?

No single treatment is the answer for every child with ADHD. Each child's needs and personal history must be carefully considered.

For example, a child may have undesirable side effects to a medication, making a particular treatment unacceptable. If a child with ADHD also has anxiety or depression, a treatment combining medication and behavioral therapy might be best.

It's important to work with a doctor to find the best solution for your child.

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The ADHD Coach

Coaching is a relatively new field in the treatment of ADHD in children. ADHD coaches are meant to help children achieve better results in different areas of their lives by setting goals and helping the child find ways to reach them. A child, however, must be mature and motivated enough to work with a coach.

Sources

SOURCES:

Mayo Clinic: "Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children."

Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality: "Treatment Options for ADHD in Children and Teens: A review of Research for Parents and Caregivers."

FDA: "How Do You Know if Your Child Has ADHD?"

National Institute of Mental Health: "Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)."

National Resource Center on ADHD: "Parenting a Child with ADHD (WWK2)."

FDA: "FDA permits marketing of first brain wave test to help assess children and teens for ADHD."

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Getting kids outside might seem like an antiquated yet obvious sentiment, but for many young kids today, consistent outdoor activity - like skiing and snowboarding - is far from a reality. It is well understand THAT kids should get consistent outdoor activity, but it is not as easy to understand WHY it is so beneficial for them.

Evolve Snow Camps offers ski and snowboard lessons on Saturdays for 8 weeks (January 12, 2019 to March 2, 2019) with busing from Toronto, York Region, Mississauga, Thornhill, Richmond Hill and Barrie to Mount St. Louis Moonstone (MSLM).

Evolve provides skiers and snowboarders of every skill level the opportunity to improve and train with Ontario's best ski and snowboard instructors. We offer two different Snow Camps programs: our traditional downhill ski and snowboard lessons, and our Evolve Freestyle program, which focuses on skill development in the terrain park.

Top 6 Reasons To Get Your Kids Skiing And Snowboarding This Winter

1. Outdoor recreation promotes healthier, more active lifestyles.

It is no secret that North Americans are trending towards a dangerously sedentary lifestyle - overweight and obesity rates for youth have doubled over the past two decades. Outdoor recreation is a proven remedy to obesity, disease, poor immune systems and decreased life expectancy... not to mention, it's awesome!

Adventure sports like skiing and snowboarding help by making physical activity enjoyable, while providing the excitement that may be lacking in other forms of exercise, often resulting in lifelong participation.

2. Skiing and snowboarding is not just all physical - there are mental health benefits too.

The majority of mental health ailments - stress, depression, poor self-worth (to name a few) - have all been proven to dissipate through outdoor activities like skiing and snowboarding.

Kids involved in outdoor recreation also find that they discover things new things about themselves that they are proud of. There is a lot that goes into a person's identity and for most of us, our hobbies and passions play a huge role. When these outdoor activities are viewed as a form of self-expression, young people find an escape from the stressors in their lives, strengthen their identities, and define themselves in a way they may not have previously.

3. Skiing and snowboarding builds confidence.

Outdoor recreational experiences have been proven to increase the self-confidence of participants. Though skiing and snowboarding can be group activities, they are fundamentally individual in nature. Unlike most sports, there's no one waiting on the sideline to sub you out and your progression depends entirely on your mental toughness and willingness to push yourself to improve.

4. Skiing and snowboarding builds stronger communities.

Recreational opportunities are essential to a healthy community... plain and simple! They bring neighbours together, encourage safer and cleaner shared spaces, and contribute to the cultural fabric of our communities. Recreation reduces alienation, loneliness and isolation, drawing people out of their homes and into the community. For young people, positive outdoor outlets are exceptionally important, as free time tends to be a risk factor for them more often than not.

5. Skiing and snowboarding promotes greater academic achievement.

Evaluations continue to demonstrate that young people who participate in outdoor recreation, like skiing and snowboarding, perform at a higher academic level than their peers. Through outdoor participation, kids gain a wide array of skills necessary to build and strengthen academic achievement.

Physical activity leads to increased brain functioning imperative to high academic achievement, with concrete connections between increased activity and stronger concentration and memory skills.

6. Skiing and snowboarding cultivates environmental responsibility.

There's no better incentive to start taking care of our shared outdoor recreation spaces than the understanding that someday in the not-too-distant future, they could be gone. North America's young people must be engaged in outdoor participation to ensure healthy and active communities, as well as a future for outdoor conservation efforts. Skiing and snowboarding encourages participants to consider the interconnected nature of the mountains, the lakes, the forests and, most importantly, their role in the protection of their community's natural resources in order to ensure outdoor recreation and enjoyment for many future generations to come.

No matter how much experience your child has in skiing or snowboarding, we strongly encourage you to check out Evolve Snow Camps. We offer the best quality programming for kids in the Greater Toronto Area - and we know for sure that you will notice the benefits that outdoor recreation has on your child. For more information about this upcoming Snow Camps season, please CLICK HERE or email info@evolvecamps.com.

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Some people prefer to dance on their own to their favorite songs on Spotify or on the radio. Others want to learn ballroom dancing or hip-hop. Or take a tango class at their local community center.

Whether you prefer solo dancing or being involved in a more formalized and choreographed program, dancing offers obvious plusses to your physical health.

You're not only moving your body in a rhythmic way and expressing feelings. You're burning calories and getting a workout for sure.

But this creative, fun physical activity is also a boon to your brain functioning. You're taking a break from work, family, and everyday stressors. You're turning off the incessant worry and negative self-talk. Lastly, you don't have time to ruminate while you dance.

The benefits to your mental health that come from dancing might not be so readily apparent, but they are many and profound.

Free-Flowing Dance

According to a UCLA Health study published in the August 2021 issue of Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice, conscious, free-flowing dance produced positive mental health benefits among participants. It was based on a survey of 1,000 dancers across the world who had depression, anxiety, or a history of trauma.

A huge majority-98%-of all dancers said the practice improved their mood. Many also reported that conscious dance gave them more confidence and compassion.

Prabha Siddarth, PhD, research statistician at the Jane and Terry Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior at UCLA and senior author on the study noted how participants felt in the flow or in the zone by performing this self-led dance.

Choreographed Dance

In another recent study, published in Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience, researchers compared the effects of walking, stretching, and dancing on the wiring and gray matter of the aging brain. Dancing had the most notable positive effect.

After recruiting volunteers in their 60s and 70s with healthy brains that didn't show signs of cognitive impairment, researchers randomly placed them in three groups. One group walked, another stretched and did balance training and the last group learned country dancing. The choreography of the dancing became progressively more challenging over time.

They all did the assigned activity for one hour a day, three times a week. After a period of six months, the volunteers' brains were re-scanned and compared to when they had begun their regimens.

Agnieszka Burzynska, the study's lead author who is currently a Neuroscientist and Director of the BRAiN Lab at Colorado State University, but was formerly from the University of Illinois in Urbana, found only one group showed an improvement-the country dancers.

The participants who learned country dancing now had denser white matter in the part of the brain that processed memory. White matter usually breaks down as a person ages, which may contribute to cognitive decline. Dancing, therefore, protected the brain from aging-induced neurodegeneration. So, dancing is not only an aerobic activity good for your physical health. It helps your brain!

Country dancing, ballroom dancing, tango, salsa, and waltz are all done with others. When you participate in these dances, you're involved in a beneficial social activity as well. You are also cognitively stimulating your brain as you learn the steps to the dances. Dancing therefore might be one of the best physical activities you can choose for brain health.

Synchronized Dance

In another recent study, based in Brazil, synchronized dancing with others enabled people to feel closer to each other and fostered friendship. It also raised pain tolerance.

When you synchronize with the people next to you in a Zumba class or a flash mob, you're doing a form of collective dancing to music. This is great for feelings of closeness with others.

In the research study, when participants danced, happy chemicals called endorphins were released. Endorphins are integral in the human bonding processes. Thus, they-and we-feel closer to others we are dancing with.

In this particular study, researchers wanted to see the effect of endorphins on pain. Pain was measured by the steady inflation of a blood pressure cuff on the subjects' non-dominant arms. Study participants were asked to indicate when the pressure became uncomfortable while they danced.

The results of the research showed that those moving most energetically and in synchrony bonded with others, and also had a higher pain threshold.

Dance Therapy

Some people opt for dance or movement therapy. It's defined by the American Dance Therapy Association (ADTA) as the "psychotherapeutic use of movement to promote emotional, social, cognitive, and physical integration of the individual," for the purpose of improving health and well-being.

A research study was conducted on the effects of movement and dance on health-related psychological outcomes. Its findings were promising. The benefits of movement and dance included increased quality of life and interpersonal skills while at the same time lowering depression and anxiety.

If you hadn't considered dance yet, think again about incorporating dance into your physical and mental health programs.

Benefits of Dance

There are so many benefits to dancing. Let's take at the mental and physical benefits of dancing.

Mental Health Benefits of Dance

Keeps mind sharp

Improves self-esteem

Involves social skills

Increase endorphins

Easy to bond with others

Improves your mood

Lessens loneliness

Eases depression

Lowers anxiety

Decreases rumination

Helps memory

May prevent dementia

Raises pain threshold

Reduces pain perception

Physical Health Benefits of Dance

Improves muscle tone

Increases muscle strength

Raises heart rate

Improves lungs

Increases circulation

Lowers risk of cardiovascular disease

Boosts aerobic fitness

Improves posture

Makes stronger bones

Reduces risk of osteoporosis

Helps weight management

Improves flexibility

Better coordination and agility

Increased endurance

A Word From Verywell

For those who are older and worried about injury, as with most activities, work with a certified professional. This person will guide you on how to work with any physical limitation and help you prevent injury. Dance therapists should be fully credentialed and can offer you ways to improve your well-being with a step-by-step plan.

If you never considered dancing due to self-consciousness, you are far from alone. Many people fear that once they get up and move, they will look foolish and that all eyes will be upon them. The fact of the matter is most people are focused on their own dancing and having a good time. Practice with a friend or take lessons. Once you get on the dance floor, you might even find dancing to be a fun way to improve both your physical and mental well-being.

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冰球(ice hockey)，亦称"冰上曲棍球"。冰球运动是多变的滑冰技艺和敏捷娴熟的曲棍球技艺相结合，对抗性较强的集体冰上运动项目之一，也是冬季奥运会正式比赛项目。运动员穿着冰鞋，手拿冰杆滑行拚抢击球。球一般用硬橡胶制成，厚2.54厘米，直径7.62厘米，球重为156-170克。比赛时每队上场六人，前锋三人，后卫两人，守门员一人。运动员用冰杆将球击入对方球门，以多者为胜。

冰球运动起源于19世纪1850-1860年代间的加拿大。加拿大的金斯顿流行一种冰上游戏，参加游戏者足绑冰刀，手持最早的关于冰球的记录见于17世纪荷兰的出版物，绅士们脚穿绑有骨头磨成的刀刃的冰鞋，在结冰的河面上带着一个圆饼滑行。在19世纪初期，开始有记载加拿大的印第安斯(Micmac Indians)在进行一种类似的游戏，他使用的是棍棒和木质的圆饼。

还有一种说法是冰球起源于一种古老的美洲运动--长曲棍球(lacrosse)。然而，最广为流传，也是被广泛接受的说法是，冰球由地面上的曲棍球演变而来，曲棍球发起于北欧，已有500多年的历史，驻扎在加拿大的英国的士兵把这项运动引入北美。冰球运动起源于加拿大。1855年加拿大金斯顿流行一种冰上游戏，参加者脚上绑着冰刀，手持曲棍，在冰封的湖面上，追逐打击用圆木片制成的圆球，用两根竖起的木杆作为球门，把球击进球门，参加人数不限。这就是现代冰球、运动的前身。这种比赛游戏当时在新英格兰及北美的其它地方很流行。人们在室外结冰的池塘中进行这种自发的、无严格纪律的游戏，既无固定的场地，出没有特定的器材设备，更无规则。

1855年12月25日在加拿大金斯顿举行首次冰球比赛，1858年这项运动传至欧洲。1860年加拿大开始使用橡胶制成的盘形冰球。1875年3月3日在加拿大蒙特利尔的维多利亚冰场举办第一次正式冰球赛，在麦克吉尔大学的两支队伍间进行。当时，每支球队有30名队员在场上。1879年加拿大麦克吉尔大学的学生罗伯逊(W.F.Robertson)和史密斯(R.F.Smith)教授共同制定了比赛规则，规定每队比赛人数为9人。

在加拿大，冰球迅速成为最流行的项目。1885年，第一个业余冰球协会成立，爱好冰球的人都可以参加其中。但有些不合理的是，协会向业余爱好者们征收一定的费用。发展到这个阶段，运动员开始使用更多的护具以保证身体的安全，比如守门员就用上了护腿板，并戴上了面具。之后，冰球运动传到美国及欧洲大陆。1893年加拿大冰球队首次赴美表演。1902年欧洲第一个冰球俱乐部在瑞士的莱萨旺成立。1908年，国际冰球联盟(Ligue Internationale de Hockey sur Glace)在巴黎成立，已改名为the International Ice Hockey Federation(IIHF)，总部设在瑞士苏黎士。1910年举行第1届欧洲冰球锦标赛，英国获得冠军。七年后，美国冰球联盟(NHL)成立，直到1967年只有6支球队参赛，近些年，NHL已经成为世界上职业化和商业化十分成功的联赛。1912年加拿大国家冰球协会首创六人制打法，并被国际冰联沿用至今。而NHL的影响也越来越大，和NBA之于世界篮球相似，美国冰球联盟的奖杯斯坦利杯也成为了具有传奇色彩的荣誉。

第一支职业冰球球队，蒂湖队，是在美国密西根州成立，然后在1904年美国成立了国际职业冰球联盟。1908年，欧洲成立国际业余冰球联合会，此联合会的首次比赛同年在苏格兰格拉斯哥举行，英国、波希米亚、瑞士、法国和比利时为最初的五个会员国。1917年，加拿大成立了国家冰球联盟。

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冰球(ice hockey)，亦称"冰上曲棍球"。冰球运动是多变的滑冰技艺和敏捷娴熟的曲棍球技艺相结合，对抗性较强的集体冰上运动项目之一，也是冬季奥运会正式比赛项目。运动员穿着冰鞋，手拿冰杆滑行拚抢击球。球一般用硬橡胶制成，厚2,54厘米，直径7.62厘米，球重为156-170克。比赛时每队上场六人，前锋三人，后卫两人，守门员一人。运动员用冰杆将球击入对方球门，以多者为胜。

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​今天给大家介绍一篇有趣的文章：《 "宠物效应"悖论：宠物真的对人的健康有好处吗? 》，作者是哈尔·赫尔佐格(HalHerzog)，美国知名的人类-动物关系学(human-animalstudies)家，卡罗来纳大学心理学教授。他三十年来一直致力研究人类与其他物种相互作用的复杂心理。他的研究领域包括了宠物对人类健康和福祉的影响、人类利用动物的态度以及饲养宠物方式的演变等。

哈尔·赫尔佐格

他写的一本书 《为什么狗是宠物，猪是食物》 是我正在阅读的，推荐给各位。

这本书对我们习以为常的一些观点，比如 "虐待动物的小孩长大后会有暴力倾向吗?"、 "养宠物有利于身体健康" 等都给出了不一样的看法和论据。当然，他的观点未必是唯一正确答案，我推荐的目的也不在于改变任何人的道德立场或对待动物的方式，而是本书可以引导读者更深入思考人类与动物关系背后的心理逻辑与道德暗示。比起为具体的问题，比如是否需要立法保护宠物，流浪猫该如何对待而争论，清醒冷静地面对我们的认知和行为中存在大量道德不一致性的事实，更能帮助我们认清人性，认清理智与情感在我们大脑中互相影响的运作方式。

今天翻译给大家的这篇文章，是赫尔佐格教授发表在"今日心理学"网站上的，原文标题是'The"Pet Effect" Paradox: Are Pets Really Good for People?'

译文全文如下：
"宠物效应"悖论：宠物真的对人的健康有好处吗?
-- 关于宠物对人类健康的影响，科学研究发现了些什么?

本文要点：

"宠物效应"是一种观念，认为有一只伴侣动物可以改善身心健康。

和越来越多的研究一样，塔夫茨大学的一项大型研究发现，养宠物的人并不比不养宠物的人境况好。

我们认为宠物对我们生活的积极影响与实际研究结果不一致的原因尚不清楚。

梅根·穆勒博士是塔夫茨大学人与动物互动研究所的联合主任，是"宠物对人类健康和福祉影响"领域的领先研究者。她最初是在读研究生的时候对这一领域感兴趣的。当时她收养了一只名叫杰特的黑色拉布拉多串串狗。在一封电子邮件中，她告诉我，"我绝对相信他(杰特)在很多方面丰富了我的生活，也对我决定从事这个领域的研究有很大的影响。"

哈尔的女凯蒂和宠物狗慕思。来源：哈尔·赫尔佐格摄。

宠物行业将伴侣动物对人类身心健康的影响称为"宠物效应"。我的女儿凯蒂和她的妻子珍娜（原文：Mydaughter Katie and her wife Janna ）肯定是此理论的信徒。他们两岁大的金毛贵宾混血犬"慕思"改变了她们的生活。当我问凯蒂她从与慕思的关系中得到了什么时，她说，"爱。他的爱是无穷无尽的。他给我们的家带来了兴奋和热情。即使我刚到门口去拿个邮件，他见到我也总是那么兴奋。我们带他去任何地方--露营、徒步旅行、划独木舟。我们想给他美好生活的愿望给了我们美好生活。慕思让我不那么孤独。他是我最好的朋友。"珍娜是一名为新冠病毒患者工作的护士，她补充说，在医院里辛苦的轮班后，慕思给了她一些值得期待的东西。"他给了我希望，"她告诉我。

很多关于人与动物关系的研究机构，如人类动物关系研究所(HABRI)声称，关于宠物效应的最新科学研究压倒性地支持了这样一种观点，即养一只宠物伴侣可以降低血压和压力水平，减少焦虑和抑郁，改善心血管健康，甚至延长寿命。例如，它们的总裁史蒂夫·费尔德曼写道，"科学已经证明了这一点，养宠物是'人类健康的一个基本要素，对生活质量、身心健康都至关重要。'"

诚然，一些研究表明宠物主人的境况更好。但是，越来越多的研究报告对宠物业声称获得宠物是健康和幸福的关键表示怀疑。例如，塔夫茨大学梅根·穆勒(MeganMueller)及其研究团队最近进行的一项研究。
塔夫茨大学(TuftsUniversity)的对"宠物效应"的研究
来自塔夫茨研究人员对两个问题感兴趣：(1)什么样的人会养宠物?(2)与宠物生活在一起有真的助于改善身心健康吗?这项研究的特殊之处在于，研究结果基于一个具有代表性的美国成年人大样本：1267名参与者是塔夫茨大学关于美国人健康、财富和公平方面跨学科研究的一部分。受试者会被问及一系列与性别、教育、婚姻状况和收入等相关的人口统计学问题。与健康相关的子项目包括一般身体健康、体重指数、运动、身体残疾状况、认知问题等。此外，研究人员还询问了参与者是否拥有宠物以及宠物种类。
令人意外的结果
这项关于养宠物的人口学研究，很多结果非常有趣，与我们的刻板印象有较大出入。例如，养宠物与家庭收入无关，拥有大学学位的人比拥有高中学历的人养宠物的可能性更小，家里有孩子的人养狗的比率更高，但养猫的比率不高。

然而，最重要的结果与宠物生活对健康和幸福感的影响有关。在对人口统计和社会经济差异进行统计调整后，没有证据表明宠物主人在身体或心理上比生活中没有伴侣动物的人更好。其主要结论如下：

1. 无论是养狗还是养猫，都与参与者的一般健康状况无关。

2. 虽然养狗(不包括养猫)与较高水平的体力活动有关，但这并没有转化为宠物主人和非宠物主人体重指数的差异。而且，有一个坏消息是，养猫的人患与学习、记忆或注意力集中有关的认知问题的可能性是非养猫人的两倍。

3. 女性养宠人比非养宠人更容易患焦虑症。但是，男性养宠人比非养宠人患焦虑症的可能性更小。

4. 宠物主人抑郁的发生率是非主人的两倍。养狗者和养猫者都是如此。

穆勒博士和她的同事对养宠物与更好的健康没有联系感到惊讶，但这个结论并不突兀。例如，在过去几个月里，这项研究发现，在等待门诊手术的成年人中，把玩填充玩具狗在减少焦虑方面与抚摸真狗一样有效。这项研究报告还认为，在新冠肺炎疫情期间，养宠物并不能缓解青少年的孤独感。此外，该研究还发现，在实验室环境中，与狗互动对被试者的焦虑水平或认知能力也没有影响。此外，在30篇关于宠物对抑郁影响的研究报告中，只有5篇发现宠物主人的抑郁程度较低，而大多数研究认为，养宠物的人和不养宠物的人抑郁比例相当。
"宠物效应"的悖论：宠物主人"知道"的与科学家"发现"的
《应用发展科学》杂志最近一篇关于宠物效应研究的评论的作者写道，"大众媒体和公众，似乎对'动物帮助患有疾病和残疾的人'的故事有巨大的兴趣。不幸的是，为了满足这种兴趣，往往会导致媒体对科学发现的肤浅和不准确的报道。"

大多数宠物主人--包括我在内，都相信宠物让我们的生活更美好。但我们对宠物的看法并不总是与实证研究的结果一致。我把这称为"宠物效应悖论"。女王大学(Queen'sUniversity, 简称为QU，位于加拿大，译者注 )对患有慢性疲劳综合症( 英文缩写CFS)的宠物主人的一项研究就是例证。所有受试者都确信他们的宠物为他们提供了广泛的医疗和心理益处。然而，对他们症状的客观测量表明，与没有宠物的CFS患者相比，他们之间的疲倦、压力和沮丧等症状水平没有显著差异。

对塔夫特大学的梅根·穆勒来说，"宠物效应"悖论是存在个体感受差异的。她决定将研究重点放在人与动物之间的关系上，部分原因是她体验到了与她的狗杰特一起生活的好处。但她自己的一些研究并不支持"宠物效应"想法。她告诉我，为什么人们对"饲养宠物对健康有益"的固有看法与最近的研究结果不一致，是她一直在思考的问题。她补充说，"如果我们认为宠物对我们有益，但却找不到任何可测量的效果，那该怎么办?实际上，这有关系吗?"

嗯...也许吧......

参考文献：

Mueller，M.K.，King，E.K.，Callina，K.，DowlingGuyer，S.，和McCobb，E.(2021)。作为宠物饲主和健康之间关系调节者的人口和环境因素。健康心理学和行为医学，9(1)，701-723。

Serpell，J.，McCune，S.，Gee，N.，和Griffin，J.A.(2017)。动物辅助干预研究的当前挑战。应用发展科学，21(3)，223-233。

Wells，D.L.(2009)。慢性疲劳综合征患者拥有宠物与自我报告健康状况之间的关系。替代和补充医学杂志，15(4)，407-413。

原文链接：
The "Pet Effect" Paradox: Are Pets Really Good for People?
感谢你读到这里。看完这篇文章，如果你身边正趴着一个毛绒绒的小家伙，或许可以立刻从记忆中检索出无数个片段来反驳赫尔佐格的观点。其实，就像文章最后梅根·穆勒研究员说的，"这又有什么关系呢?"赫尔佐格写这篇文章的目的，并不是要否定我们和宠物之间的情感。人的情感本身就是不理性的，不应该简单的用数学逻辑来量化分析。 当我们跳脱"工具理性"的思维框架，不是从"有用没有"的态度来看待宠物，而更多的关注在我们的付出和他们的反馈中，我们有怎样的情感体验，能获得哪些身心的满足和内在的成长，不是更有意义?

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玩游戏会使得脑神经常处于紧绷状态，容易引起神经衰弱。而且长时间玩游戏还会导致视力下降，出现眼干、眼涩等现象。如果是熬夜玩游戏，还会阻碍肝脏排毒，也会使得内分泌紊乱。

玩游戏会使得脑神经常处于紧绷状态，容易引起神经衰弱。而且长时间玩游戏还会导致视力下降，出现眼干、眼涩等现象。如果是熬夜玩游戏，还会阻碍肝脏排毒，也会使得内分泌紊乱。

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经常玩游戏会导致神经衰弱、生物钟紊乱、视力疲劳、视力下降等。此外还会有心慌、胸闷、头晕、头痛等现象。而长时间的玩游戏，还会导致颈椎病、腰椎盘突出、腰肌劳损等疾病的发生。

经常玩游戏会导致神经衰弱、生物钟紊乱、视力疲劳、视力下降等。此外还会有心慌、胸闷、头晕、头痛等现象。而长时间的玩游戏，还会导致颈椎病、腰椎盘突出、腰肌劳损等疾病的发生。

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游戏对于多数人而言都是一个极其引人注目的词，因为这和孩子的未来是息息相关的，游戏是以人性的弱点为基础进行开发的，它的目的便是为了吸引人的注意力，使其能够对其投入更多的时间和精力，这也就导致个人对于游戏很容易形成依赖性。

当游戏的外表表现形式有缺陷时，个人相对容易摆脱它带来的影响，因为个人对于有外在缺陷的物品是有天然排斥性的，很显然游戏同样无法摆脱这样的问题。

这个时候游戏对个人的影响相对处于可控阶段，随着科学技术的不断完善，游戏体验的不断加强，其产生的吸引力也就越来越大，这个时候个人想要摆脱游戏的依赖更取决于个人的意志，也就是认知，很显然多数人是做不到这点的。

这样的行为就如同将一条鲜活的鱼放在一只猫的面前，刚开始猫或许由于腹中饱满的原因，会对于小鱼有相应的抵抗力，但是随着时间的推移，猫逐渐开始饥饿，这个时候将一条鲜活的大鱼放置在饿猫的面前，你设置相应的障碍阻止其食用鱼这显然是天方夜谭。

猫的本性无法改变，人的 本性也无法改变，对于那些充满诱惑力的游戏，有自制力的人尚且感觉很难抵制，更何况对于那些没有 自制力 的小孩子而言，结果自然是更加难以抵御。

孩子的重要性是毋庸置疑的，在这个物质资源丰富的环境中，家长很显然更加看重孩子的未来的发展前景，而游戏对孩子造成的精神冲击显然是极其剧烈的，这不仅家长不能够接受，旁观者显然也不愿意接受。

游戏之中投入的精力越多，带来的影响力便越大，这样强大的影响力如果带来较为负面的状况，所需要面临的局势可想而知。

个人的未来取决于内在的素养和精神，而精神侵蚀的正是个人内在的精神状态，要想游戏被大众接受，很显然需要改变这样的属性，而显然失去这样的属性后，他能否存在都成为了一个巨大的问题，因此这便形成了一种难以调和得矛盾。

在权衡利弊之后，明智者都会做出相应的选择，那就是依旧加强对游戏的管控，因此游戏回暖显然不可能。

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游戏对于多数人而言都是一个极其引人注目的词，因为这和孩子的未来是息息相关的，游戏是以人性的弱点为基础进行开发的，它的目的便是为了吸引人的注意力，使其能够对其投入更多的时间和精力，这也就导致个人对于游戏很容易形成依赖性。

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科技日报北京8月20日电 （记者张梦然）《自然·人类行为》19日发表的一项基于日本97602人数据并结合机器学习算法的研究显示，拥有电子游戏机并参与游戏，可能会对心理健康产生积极影响，但时间不宜过长。

通常认为，电子游戏会对心理健康产生负面影响，世界卫生组织已经将游戏障碍列为一种健康问题。但关于电子游戏和心理健康之间的关系，大多数现有科学证据并没有在二者之间建立起强有力的关联。

由于2020年至2022年游戏机短缺，日本的零售商用抽签的方式为消费者提供两种不同的游戏机。日本大学研究团队此次利用这种随机分配评估了电子游戏对压力和生活满意度的影响。他们调查了97602人（其中8192人参与了游戏机抽签），他们的年龄在10-69岁。调查收集了受访者是否参与抽奖、拥有游戏机的情况、游戏偏好、心理健康、生活满意度以及社会人口学特征等信息。

团队采用一种专为推断调查数据因果关系而设计的机器学习算法，发现拥有一台游戏机和在其中一台游戏机上玩游戏，都会改善心理健康。但每天玩游戏超过3小时的人不再获得同等益处。研究还发现，拥有游戏机能提高生活满意度，减少心理痛苦。

研究人员表示，这一发现还凸显了屏幕使用时间对心理健康的复杂影响。

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虽然电子游戏因其潜在有害的影响而屡遭诟病，但是研究人员设法通过电子游戏的种种特点来使其帮助人更好的生活。

游戏获益实验室的贾森·阿莱尔说："游戏可以产生积极影响，特别是在心理上。"他表示："我们集中研究了游戏对认知和学习的影响，想了解其确切的作用过程，譬如说对 和记忆力的影响。"

在阿莱尔领导下进行的一项研究发现，玩电子游戏的老年人在情绪上表现得健康。

阿莱尔同时说，电子游戏屡遭诟病是因为玩家经常沉溺于电子游戏，但指责电子游戏造成社会问题无疑是把问题搞得过于简单化了。

但他也表示，经过一系列枪击案后，研究人员正在反思他们的观点。阿莱尔说："作为一名科学家，我认为游戏能产生积极作用，但也不能说它们不会产生消极影响。"尽管如此，他也表示说："也没有证据表明玩暴力电子游戏会导致游戏玩家涉足暴力行为。"

的研究人员在报告中说，一个游戏能帮助易怒儿童控制自己的情绪 。在这个游戏中，玩家在向敌军飞船开火的同时还要避免误伤友军。当心率上升到超过某个水平的时候，玩家就失去了射击能力。这款游戏能教给他们保持冷静的技巧。

美国 教授马吉·赛义夫·纳斯尔一直在研究游戏对玩家的影响。他说，一些人玩游戏是为了寻找一种满足感，另一些人玩游戏是为了和朋友联系。纳斯尔说："一些游戏可以促进思考。这种解决问题的活动能逐渐促进认知，提高记忆力。"

达芙妮说，玩家在射击类游戏中闪转腾挪，寻找目标并瞄准射击的过程，可以改善人眼获得的视觉信息。更重要的是，研究证实这种改善视力的效果并非短期性的。达芙妮称："通过射击类游戏训练，对比敏感度的提升可以持续几个月，甚至几年。"

达芙妮认为，可以通过电子游戏来训练司机的夜间驾车能力或战斗机飞行员的能力。

多伦多大学的最新研究表明玩射击和驾驶类游戏似乎有助于提高你在复杂场景中寻找特定目标的能力，即使只玩了一小段时间。这项研究是由心理学教授伊安·斯潘斯和吴似锦博士共同推出的，他们用三项视觉搜索测试比较了玩家和非玩家，发现有经验的老玩家技高一筹。

"近期的不同研究，包括我们这项在多伦多大学的研究，都表明玩第一人称射击类游戏能提高视觉上的注意力，"伊安教授说，"但之前从没有迹象表明视觉搜索能力也能提高。"

"我们已经说明玩赛车竞速类游戏能与射击类带来同样的好处，"吴补充道，"这在我们想要训练这方面技能时将十分重要。竞速类游戏比射击类更容易被接受，因为他们没有那么暴力。"

先进的科学家和社会研究者认为电子游戏是一门艺术。这几个特性让电子游戏在当今文化中脱颖而出，成为一门艺术。

综合性：在电子游戏中，可以出现以往出现的任何一门艺术，例如游戏中的电影、游戏中的音乐、游戏中的雕塑模型、游戏中的影视。游戏以综合性包容一切艺术，并为自己服务。

：以往艺术中没有出现过的特性。玩家第一次会受到艺术的反馈。玩家在欣赏美术、或者观看影视时，只是单纯的接受。而电子游戏能让玩家与电子游戏构造的 互动，从而更容易让人投入。

：游戏是人类的本能，但是游戏也有它的局限性。将游戏搬上电子平台，简化了进行游戏的难度，还增加了游戏的变数。

许多家长认为，电子游戏让孩子沉迷其中，不思学习。甚至因为要买游戏，从而偷窃、抢劫，引发各种社会问题，所以电子游戏"该禁"。

在这方面电子游戏研究学者贾森·阿莱尔说："电子游戏屡遭诟病是因为玩家经常沉溺于电子游戏，但指责电子游戏造成社会问题无疑是把问题搞得过于简单化了。"

电子游戏不是电影中的外星妖魔，没办法控制人类的思想。人不可能见到某样事物就不自主的沉迷进去，沉迷的原因不在于这件事物，而在于"人心"。如果说人见到电子游戏就必定会沉迷进去的话，为什么世界上还有这么多人不玩电子游戏呢。

至于盗窃、抢劫案件，将这些与电子游戏联系在一起就更没有依据了。首先，因为电子游戏而作案的 占每年发生的民事案件的几率可以低到忽略不计；其次，品德败坏的人，和其玩不玩电子游戏无关--品德良好的人，玩的游戏再多，也不会去偷窃、抢劫；品德败坏的人，即便不玩电子游戏，也会烧杀抢掠。将电子游戏和社会问题联系在一起，是不经调查、不负责任的。

事实上，比起说这些青少年叛逆的基因来自于游戏，不如说来自于失败的 。能够如此狠心抽打、辱骂自己的孩子的父母，只会让孩子更加的对现实生活失望，从而沉迷于游戏、逃避现实。这些青少年，通过游戏中的打怪升级来 ，他们的原因就是因为在现实里得到不了快乐，得到的只有来自父母的打击。

当青少年沉迷游戏时，父母应该去引导，而不是责骂，甚至狠心的让自己的儿童去被毫无 的电击。不要将儿童在青春期的正常叛逆行为归罪于游戏，因为没有证据标明它们间有联系。而父母不良的处事方式和做人原则，影响青少年成长的例子却比比皆是 。一些别有用心的人，利用否定电子游戏来转移人们对于 等 的视线，是极其不负责任的表现。毕竟电子游戏是 ，真正决定孩子性格则是他的家庭 。

至于杨永信电击疗法，更能给我们其他的沉思。科学的判断何为"上瘾"，不要没有到达"上瘾"就用电击，没有上瘾就电击不是治疗是折磨。这还不是根本，"电击疗法"是否违背伦理道德。连吸毒都不会使用电击疗法的现代，区区电子游戏上瘾竟然要使用电击。用痛苦的 来戒除 ，是多么残酷，而这种行为竟然还受到了某些家长的支持，更是令人值得对现代中国的教育方式反思。

电子游戏的一个极具争议的问题就在于，部分电子游戏中包含暴力。

在国外，解决办法一般是使用游戏评级系统。中国在这方面发展几乎为零。有些成年人，可以依靠带有暴力元素的电子游戏来满足自己的欲望，反而对社会的危害减小。而研究显示，电子游戏本身也可以降低人的暴力行为 。

实际上，电子游戏中的暴力和动作电影中的打斗镜头是一样的。但是电影中出现暴力镜头明显更容易被人接受。这是由于大多数人对电子游戏的一种排斥。

大多数家长不了解，本质的排斥电子游戏，再加上很多专家宣传"网瘾和游戏有必然联系"产生一种对家长和孩子的暗示。家长开始认为孩子在正常青春期的所有反抗都来自于电子游戏，而青少年在这时即便正常接触电子游戏也会被家长们压制，孩子喜爱的事务遭到了家长的否定，这只会造成孩子更大的叛逆，甚至面对父母还会逃避、自暴自弃。

当务之急是讨论出电子游戏的定义，这首先有很多问题点：

1、"电子游戏"这个词语的意义，因为下棋、踢球都是游戏的一种，为何只有电子游戏倍受排挤。

2、电子游戏和网瘾、叛逆的是否有必然联系，是否助长暴力和社会问题。

3、明知道"封禁"对电子游戏无效，应寻求其他的解决办法，引导并发展电子游戏。

4、中国需要正视拒绝发展游戏评级系统的错误 。这体现出中国在网络游戏和其他电子游戏之间发展、监管的失衡。大多数玩家沉迷于网络游戏并引发问题，但不是所有的电子游戏都是网络游戏。

电子游戏于1952年面世，为井字棋游戏，游戏平台是 电脑，当时现代电脑也只是刚面世不足十年。之后出现的是发布于1958年10月18日的 游戏《双人网球》（Tennis For Two），虽然说是网球游戏，实际上的画面却比较类似现代的气垫台。

1980末期是电子游戏的转折点。电脑由于得到显卡的强大支持，开始渐渐崛起；另一大突破是，任天堂推出Game Boy，打开了便携式游戏机的无限发展空间。

一般而言，电子游戏的运行媒介各有不同市场，因此不宜以相同的标准来比较，即使它们之间的游戏常常相互移植。

初期的雅达利2600画面相当简陋，主机内存也不过4k，而此类平台发展沿革至今，运算效能已经远远超过当初，向着更真实化的画面发展。而且在最新的 与PS3上其已经不再是单纯的游戏主机，而是希望成为每一个家庭的客厅的多媒体 ，包括游戏、视频、图片、音乐、网络等等。但另一方面，新型电脑也作为一种运行媒介，试图与游戏主机争夺未来家庭多媒体娱乐中心的位置。

街机在中国十分受争议，因为赌博街机的出现让整个游戏业都蒙上了阴影。事实上，赌博游戏机和街机、电子游戏都没有直接的关系，一些专家教授，利用赌博问题来指责电子游戏，是片面的。

街机市场到21世纪却已经奄奄一息了，如果未来街机还想生存，必须向全体感方向发展。

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在电子游戏的形成和发展过程中，游戏软件的分类始终伴随着它。许多电子游戏都是从传统游戏中继承来的，其中图版游戏对电子游戏的发展产生了很大的作用。

主流分类（欧美）：ACT、RPT、RTS、FPS、SLG、AVG、PUZ、MUD。

在主流分类下可以细分出更多类型，例如A-RPG、J-RPG、A-RTS等。

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风力、水流要适度。
帆船比赛对气象要素的基本要求是有风、水流不太急、 能见度在1500米以上。
帆船运动是靠风在帆上产生动力推动船前进的，因此风是帆船运动的最主要条件，从事专业帆船运动的人对气象变化尤其是风的变化规律有着很深的理解与研究， 奥委会对奥帆赛举办国在气象预报上也有很高的技术要求，通常比赛期间风力持续达到每秒3米以上时才适于比赛，而风力超过每秒20米时，就要考虑水上安全而停止比赛。另外，在一轮比赛的时间段内，风向摆动超过50度也要从比赛公平的角度考虑放弃比赛。
水流与波浪都是海洋的自然特征，不可抗拒，所以运动员如何利用好涌浪的力量产生更大的前进力，如何考虑到水流的影响也是奥妙颇深的。但是如果海域内水流过急就会影响比赛的正常进行。

注意事项：
帆船比赛在海上进行，而海上情况比较复杂，因此，运动员必须会游泳，并能游较长的距离。此外，运动员要有良好的 身体素质，以适应长时间海上风浪的考验。
国际帆船比赛，经常在强风中进行，风速每秒10～15米，既要保持航向和把握航速，又要避免翻船，这就需要运动员尽力去控制帆和船，保持船的平衡。同时又要以清醒的头脑去掌握周围的环境、水的流速、流向和气流变化。
在参赛船只较多的情况下，运动员必须熟悉竞赛规则、避免犯规。此外，运动员还必须懂得检查、整理船上的装备，尤其是调整帆具，以获得最大的动力。

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The number of overweight children in Australia has doubled in recent years, with a quarter of children considered overweight or obese. Causes of obesity in children include unhealthy food choices, lack of physical activity and family eating habits.

This rise in the number of overweight children is disturbing, because it causes health problems and can lead to social problems. Overweight children are more likely to be teased by their peers or to develop low self-esteem or body image problems. Once children are overweight, it requires a lot of effort and commitment for them to return to a healthy weight.

Overweight and obesity in children are among the most important risks to children's long and short-term health. Overweight children are very likely to become overweight adults.

Risk factors for childhood obesity

Your body stores unused energy (kilojoules) as body fat. To maintain a healthy weight, you need to use (or 'burn') the energy from the foods you eat. If you eat more than you use, your body will store the extra energy as fat.

Factors that may cause children to become overweight and obese include:

Food choices - these include choosing high fat and sugary foods instead of healthier options.

Lack of physical activity - Australian children are less active than they were in the past.

Spending a lot of time on sedentary pursuits - Australian children watch, on average, around 2½ hours of television a day, as well as spending time using computers and other electronic games. It seems that these pastimes are replacing active ones.

Overweight parents - a family's eating patterns can have a major influence on whether a child maintains a healthy weight. Some overweight parents may be less concerned about their children also being overweight than parents who have a healthy weight.

Genetics - some rare gene disorders cause severe childhood obesity. In many other people, particular genes acting together probably make some children more susceptible to obesity. If there is a family tendency to become overweight, parents need to be even more aware of making healthy food choices for the whole family.

Childhood obesity is a worldwide problem

Levels of childhood obesity are increasing at alarming rates in many countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia. In Australia, one in five children and adolescents are either overweight or obese.

From 1985 to 1995 the number of overweight 7-15 year olds almost doubled. The numbers of obese children has more than tripled. At the current rate, it is predicted that 65 per cent of young Australians will be overweight or obese by 2020.

Society has contributed to obesity

As overweight and obesity have become more common, there have been some major changes in how we live. These changes have led to people either eating more or becoming less active, all of which has contributed to an increase in overweight and obesity. For example:

The overall cost of food has gone down.

More food is prepared away from home.

Energy-dense foods and drinks are more readily available.

Portion sizes have increased.

Marketing of energy-dense foods and drinks has increased.

The use of cars has increased.

The number of two-income families has increased.

The time spent in paid employment has increased.

The role of physical education in the school curriculum has reduced.

Health problems associated with obesity

Most of the health problems associated with obesity will become obvious in adulthood. Early signs of these later problems are commonly found in children.

Potential health problems for obese children include:

type 2 diabetes - while this condition is most commonly seen in adults, it is now also being diagnosed in children

eating disorders such as bulimia or binge eating

orthopaedic disorders - problems with foot structure

liver problems, including fatty liver

respiratory disorders, such as blocked airways and restrictions in the chest wall, which cause breathlessness during exercise

sleep apnoea - this is a condition that causes difficulty breathing when sleeping. It also causes snoring, waking often and poor sleep. It makes people feel tired and contributes to poor concentration during the day

cardiomyopathy - a problem with the heart muscle, caused when extra effort is needed to pump blood.

Obesity in childhood leads to obesity in adulthood

Overweight or obese children are more likely to remain obese as adolescents and become overweight or obese adults. About 80 per cent of obese adolescents will become obese adults.

Social problems for obese children and adolescents

Obesity can have a major impact on how children feel about themselves and how they interact with others. Obese adolescents are more likely to have low self-esteem, which may impact on other aspects of their lives, such as the development of friendships and competency at school.

Being obese as a child or adolescent increases the risk of a range of diseases and disorders in adulthood, regardless of whether the adult is obese or not. It's important to identify and start to reverse the condition before children become adults. Ideally, overweight and obesity should be prevented.

Where to get help

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Handwriting can be challenging for children with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). ADHD affects 5-10% of school-age children, and they can have difficulties with executive functions such as planning and self-control. Handwriting problems can lead to lower academic achievement and self-esteem, which can make ADHD symptoms worse. However, a clinical trial has found that playing table tennis can improve handwriting and executive functions in children with ADHD.

Clinical Trial

The trial involved 48 children with ADHD who were randomly assigned to one of three groups: actual table tennis, simulated table tennis, or a control group with no additional training. The training lasted 12 weeks, and both types of table tennis training were scheduled for three one-hour sessions per week.

Results

The results of the impressive were impressive. Children in both table tennis training groups showed significant improvements in handwriting performance, response time, and the time it took to automate handwriting. Both groups also showed significant improvements on the Stroop Color-Word test, which measures cognitive flexibility and response inhibition. However, only the actual table tennis group showed significant improvement on the Wisconsin Card Sorting Test, which measures cognitive flexibility and attentional set-shifting.

Table tennis may help children with ADHD because it involves coordination of the head, eyes, and arm, as well as visual concentration to track the movement of the ball. These motor coordination activities may improve the neural pathways responsible for executive functions, which are often disrupted in children with ADHD.

Playing table tennis can be a fun and engaging way for children with ADHD to improve their executive functions and handwriting. Table tennis can be played indoors or outdoors, and it can be modified to meet the individual needs of each child. For example, children who have difficulty with fine motor skills can use larger, softer balls, while children who have difficulty with visual tracking can play with balls of different colors.

Parents and teachers of children with ADHD can consider incorporating table tennis into their child's daily routine. Table tennis can be played at home, at school, or at a local community center. It is also an opportunity for children to socialize and make new friends while improving their physical fitness.

Conclusion

Table tennis can be an effective way to improve executive functions and handwriting in children with ADHD. The game is fun, engaging, and adaptable to meet each child's individual needs. Parents and teachers of children with ADHD can use this study as a guide to incorporate table tennis into their child's daily routine as a way to help them improve their cognitive and motor skills.

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Football is the most democratic sport, everyone can play football. Life is sometimes unfair, someone is born in a rich family, and someone in a poor one. But thanks to football, people are changing their lives and fighting poverty. We have collected for you the South American footballers who were born into poor families.
#1. Lionel Messi
Lionel Messi was born in Rosario in 1987. Messi was born in a period of severe economic crisis and explosive inflation in Argentina.

His talent came out in 1995 when the unemployment rate in Rosario was 20%. The chances of success are very limited, the ambitions must be put on hold.

However, Messi went against the crowd, even though his father was just a steel mill worker and his mother was a part-time cleaner. At age 11, he was diagnosed with growth hormone gland disease and required at least £ 600 per month for treatment.

Of course, his family could not afford it. After that, a series of clubs in Argentina rejected Messi, only Barca was outstretched to help. At the end of 2000, he officially joined Barca club. Nearly 20 years on, Messi has become one of the richest athletes in the world.

Even though the legend has now left his beloved Barca, we all know that the world ahead of him is still very broad and bright.
#2. Neymar
Before becoming a world soccer superstar, Neymar's childhood was often associated with ports and parking lots to take on the job of carrying with his father. His first shoes were picked up from a landfill.

The difficulty is so, but the intense passion for the ball has inspired him to constantly try. And now he is the mainstay of the Brazilian team and has the most expensive transfer value in the world - 222 million euros.
#3. Alexis Sanchez
Enjoy a life of richness and glory, but perhaps, Sanchez still does not forget childhood opportunities. When he was 6 years old, he had to wash cars and circus to earn every penny.

The star comes from a poor family in the Etopia mines. Alexis's father was a miner and left his family when he was a child. The Chilean striker lives with his mother and stepfather in a small house. With his natural talent and hard work, Alexis Sanchez is currently one of the richest players in Chile.

Robinho was born in a poor area of the city of San Vicente. Many young people love from there connect their lives with crime and drugs, and only thanks to football, Robinho took a different path. The Robinho family lived very poorly, and the footballer had nutritional problems. Due to the fact that Robinho rarely ate, he had problems with physics. At one of the tournaments, Robinho showed himself very well and Pele noticed him. After that, her career began to develop. Robinho was called the second Pele, but he failed to realize his potential. Robinho was very talented, but he was lazy.
#4.Robinho
Angel Di Maria was born in the big Argentine city of Rosario, but the family had big money problems. Parents worked in a coal mine and earned very little. Like Robinho, Di Maria ate poorly, so he was very thin.

Angel began his football career in Rosario Central, and at the age of 19, Di Maria moved to Europe. After the footballer received his first salary, he bought a new house for his parents, and they quit hard work.
#5.Angel Di Maria
Luis Suarez was born into a large family that also had money problems. When Louis was 12 years old, his father left the family, leaving his mother with 7 children. Suarez's mom worked as a cleaner and earned very little. There was very little money, so Suarez often played barefoot, he did not have boots.

But Suarez did not give up, constantly progressed and became a professional footballer. Luis is now the top scorer in Uruguay history and has won the Golden Boot 2 times.
#6.Luis Suarez
Tevez probably had the most difficult childhood. He was born in a very dangerous area of Buenos Aires. When Carlos was 6 months old, his mother left the family, and at the age of 6, his father was killed. Carlos, his brother and sister were left without parents, and their aunt adopted them. Aunt also lived very poorly, but did not abandon her nephews. Tevez could have become a gangster, but he chose the right path and became a football player.

Ronaldo was so talented that at an early age he was noticed by the Flamengo scouts and invited to watch. The club's academy was located on the other side of the city, and the family could not pay for the fare. That was how poor the Ronaldo family was. The phenomenon could not get on screening, so he was forced to go to the nearest football school, which was not famous. Ronaldo went to training on foot, because there was only enough money for food. At the age of 17, Cruzeiro signed the football player, and after that he became a legend of world football.
#7.Carlos Tevez
For Dani Alves, his destiny was written in the stars. Or on the walls of his father's home. Alves' brothers say that as a six-year-old the Barcelona star would go from wall to wall in the house signing his name, preparing for the day scores of admirers would outstretch their hands looking for his autograph. It would come, but only after hard work had been done. Alves rose from his cement bed before dawn each day at a tender age to assist his father picking melons and farming unforgiving fields in Bahia, also picking up work as a waiter or trader when possible. His father was able to start a club where Alves truly got his start in organized football, starting out as a winger before being moved to his now-customary right-back position. Once a distant dream, the confines of the Camp Nou would become a reality down the years.
#8.Ronaldo
Tight spaces and unconventional surfaces are often credited for the development of future Brazilian stars, and Dante was no different from his peers. As a youth, Dante spent his time with a ball at his feet in the car park of the supermarket where his mother worked as a cashier. Despite his persistence growing up in the Federacao neighborhood of Salvador, Dante's appeals for a chance with a Sao Paulo or Rio de Janeiro based club fell on deaf ears. Instead, his opportunity would arrive in the form of Matsubara - located over 1,000 miles from his home in Salvador. When Dante discovered nobody had the means to buy him a bus ticket, he took matters into his own hands - selling his video games to purchase a one-way pass to chase down his ambitions far from home.
#9. Dani Alves
How this cute little nipper ended up as the buck-toothed genius we all knew and loved is one of the great fairytales of modern football.

Born into challenging circumstances in Porto Alegre, the Moreira family were plunged into catastrophe when Ronaldinho's father suddenly died after suffering a fatal heart attack in a swimming pool.

It was Ronnie's football skills that turned things around as first club Gremio moved the clan into a upmarket suburb as a way of convincing him and his brother to stay with the club.
#10.Dante
Riquelme was as polished a midfielder as they come.

But he grew up in proper shitsville.

A shanty town in the Buenos Aires suburb of San Fernando, where violence and nefariousness were very much the local past-times.
#11.Ronaldinho
Money was so scarce his old man turned to violent gang leader activities, which including forcing Riquelme Jr to play in matches arranged for illegal gambling rings.

According to Diego Maradona, Rivaldo has 'bronca', which translates loosely to an innate feeling of resentment and injustice.

And he had every right to.

Born into favela life in Recife, the Brazil legend was so poor that he lost teeth and became bow-legged because his parents couldn't afford to feed him.
#12. Juan Roman Riquelme
His Dad died tragically in a car crash when the boy was just fifteen.

And still he grew up to become a Champions League and World Cup winner. Respect.

Firmino was raised in a very poor family, like many Brazilian soccer players. His mother and father were only rich enough to afford the family little food. However, with the support of their neighbors saying, "Let him go, he's born with a talent, His success is a chance for us to avoid poverty and suffering" they allowed their son to play soccer on the street.

After a string of spectacular displays from his Brazilian team, Germany scout identified Roberto Firmino. This made his family really proud. While he moved from his home to Germany thousands of miles, the 16-year-old was always glad. At the point when the news came, he said, "My family never needs to work anymore." his family had to accompany him to Germany.

He managed to spend four and a half campaigns in Hoffenheim after starting a football career with Figueirense in 2009.
#13. Rivaldo
He won the Breakthrough Player prize in the league for his 16 goals in 33 matches in 2013-14 season. He signed for the Reds in July 2015. He gained warm applause at Liverpool for his cleverness, scoring skills, and technical ability, to the extent that Jurgen Klopp refers to Firmino as the "engine" that facilitates the counter-attacking framework of the team.
#14. Firmino

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The National Curriculum states:

'Art, craft and design embody some of the highest forms of human creativity. A high-quality art and design education should engage, inspire and challenge pupils, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to experiment, invent and create their own works of art, craft and design. As pupils progress, they should be able to think critically and develop a more rigorous understanding of art and design. They should also know how art and design both reflect and shape our history, and contribute to the culture, creativity and wealth of our nation.'

It also states the following aims for art in the national curriculum:

'The national curriculum for art and design aims to ensure that all pupils:

produce creative work, exploring their ideas and recording their experiences

become proficient in drawing, painting, sculpture and other art, craft and design techniques

evaluate and analyse creative works using the language of art, craft and design

know about great artists, craft makers and designers, and understand the historical and cultural development of their art forms.'

Benefits of Arts and Crafts

1) Self-Expression and Managing Feelings

As with all creative pursuits, arts and crafts activities are a fantastic creative outlet. Through art, children can express themselves freely, and sometimes without realising! Subconsciously, children will be expressing their inner thoughts and feelings through their artwork. Art is a great way for children to reflect and manage their emotions. The process of turning a thought into a tangible piece of art is a brilliant way of allowing us to manage our internal thoughts and feelings, moulding them into something real. Moreover, art and creative pursuits are proven to have a positive impact on mental health and wellbeing.

2) Improves Confidence and Self-Esteem

Art can improve confidence and self-esteem in a multitude of ways. For one, children will gain confidence in expressing themselves through the medium of art. Being able to channel thoughts and feelings into their artwork will, in turn, help them feel more confident in communicating how they are feeling. Moreover, art involves peer assessment and feedback. Receiving positive or constructive feedback can only boost self-esteem and allow children to recognise their own strengths and accomplishments. Art is a truly unique concept which differs greatly from one person to the next. This serves as a validation of each person's individuality and their unique existence. Moreover, as with most things, children will grow in confidence the more they engage with art. Improving their techniques, understanding the underpinnings of great art and recognising how art makes them feel all contribute to their sense of self-worth.

3) Fine Motor Skills

A key physical skill which can be improved through art activities is fine motor skills. During arts and crafts children regularly use the various muscles in their fingers, wrists and hands. Regular use of these muscles improves their strength and finesse, which then makes other tasks, such as writing, far easier!

4) Patience

We all know that perfection takes time. Whether that be the length of time it takes to complete a piece of art or successfully executing an artistic technique, it takes patience and dedication. Once their artwork is completed, children will feel a huge sense of accomplishment and will learn that hard work and dedication is very much rewarded. It can be tempting to rush things to get them completed quicker or to give up completely if it is taking longer than planned. But, with time, children's levels of patience will increase and they will realise good things take time!

5) Concentration

Similarly, concentration is a skill which isn't learnt overnight; it develops slowly. Remaining committed to the task at hand and not letting their minds wander can be challenging for some children. But, with an end goal in mind and the motivation to succeed, budding young artists will focus on their artistic vision. Practicing focus and concentration will benefit them in all areas of life and in a vast array of subjects.

6) Planning and Foresight

A key part of a teacher's lesson planning incorporates giving pupils opportunity to practice their planning skills. Whether that be writing a plan for a Big Write or writing step by step planning for a scientific experiment, planning can be incorporated easily into the curriculum. With arts and crafts, it is important for children to have an end goal in mind before beginning. They will also need to think about materials and equipment they may need. For an artistic vision to be executed successfully, it is a good idea for children to think ahead and consider how they will achieve the end goal. Planning, and having foresight, is an important life skill which goes hand in hand with other key skills, such as organisation.

7) Organisational Skills

In a similar vein to planning, organisational skills can be developed through arts and crafts. Making sure they have the equipment they need close by, a good workspace and getting timings right can contribute hugely to the success of an art project. Being organised is, of course, a fantastic quality to have and can make everyday life that tiny bit easier.

Why Is Creativity Important?

Creativity goes hand in hand with imagination! Imagination underpins creativity and vice versa. Imagination is crucial to problem solving, thinking outside of the box and being able to immerse oneself in many pursuits, such as art, literature and film. Being able to think creatively as well as creative expression helps to broaden the imagination.

Being creative helps children to understand themselves. Creativity is a valuable form of self-expression and the ways in which children's creativity comes out helps them to understand their inner thoughts, feelings, likes and dislikes.

As well as helping them to understand themselves, creativity is a valuable method of self expression!

Creativity underpins key skills such as problem solving; thinking outside of the box is a key skill and can help to overcome a range of problems and challenges.

Creativity helps build resilience! Being able to think creatively helps us to look at setbacks and challenges in different ways, which then leads to being able to move past them or solve any problems.

The Importance of Making Time for Art in the School Day

The above benefits of arts and crafts activities clearly show how crucial art is for development and what a positive impact art can have! But, most importantly, it is an enjoyable subject which is highly individual and open to interpretation.

Art is a subject that can be linked to many other subjects! If your school takes a topic based approach, it is very straightforward to incorporate art. For example, if your topic is the Stone Age, you could incorporate art easily with activities such as cave painting and designing a Stone Age house with natural materials. Even without a topic based approach, it is easy to link art in with texts being studied in English, with RE topics or even maths with the creation of helpful posters to aid understanding of key concepts.

However, it is also important to have art as a stand-alone subject with off-timetable sessions. The off-timetable sessions add an element of surprise and excitement to art lessons. For example, your school may take part in designing Christmas cards or getting involved in charitable events, such as cake sales.

If you are feeling inspired to get crafty, our blog ' Let's Be Bold About the "Non-Academic" Benefits of the Arts' is an ideal next read!

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In this blog, we explore the many benefits art can have for childhood development. There are many ways to ensure art is a key part of the school day. Art should be a central part of education due to the many benefits and positive effect it can have.

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Is Minecraft safe for kids? This groundbreaking game, rated PEGI 7 and ESRB Everyone 10+, can boost creativity and problem-solving skills but also has potential risks. Parents, especially those with neurodiverse kids, should weigh the benefits and concerns to make informed decisions.

What are the Benefits of Minecraft?

Minecraft offers so many benefits to kids. Here are just a few of the ways it can be a positive addition to your child's life:

Creativity and Problem Solving: Minecraft has been hailed as a fantastic tool for building creativity. It's like a massive set of digital building blocks - kids can create anything imaginable. Kids must constantly solve problems and create solutions to build impressive structures and navigate the game.

Collaboration and Social Skills: Minecraft fosters teamwork! Working together on shared worlds or participating in online servers encourages cooperation and can help shy kids make new friends with similar interests.

Spatial Reasoning and STEM Skills: Building in Minecraft requires planning and spatial awareness. Kids develop a sense of structure and design, which can translate into the real world. Some kids even learn basic coding principles through Minecraft mods.

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Develops problem-solving skills

May exacerbate sensory issues

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Can be intimidating for new players

Provides a safe space for exploration

Requires screen time

What are the Concerns with Minecraft?

Minecraft is generally recommended for ages 8 and up. It has some elements of mild violence, including:

Combat: Players can hit and defeat passive and hostile creatures and other players.

Griefing: Players can deliberately hurt the progress of other players.

Minecraft can also be highly addictive. It can expose kids to bullying and adult content.

These concerns should be discussed honestly with your child as part of setting up boundaries and expectations for their Minecraft use.

Read more:5 Reasons Why Too Much Screen Time is Bad

Is Minecraft Good for Kids with Special Needs?

Minecraft can be particularly helpful for neurodivergent kids or kids who have learning disabilities:

Self-Expression and Control: For kids facing challenges or who feel different in the real world, Minecraft offers a place where they have control and can build something unique.

Reduced Social Pressure: Minecraft provides opportunities for social connection from the comfort of home, which can significantly benefit kids with social anxiety.

Learning Through Play: Minecraft lets kids learn at their own pace. It builds skills like planning, sequencing, and problem-solving while being incredibly fun.

Managing the Risks: Tips for Parents

Minecraft can be a fantastic tool for your child, and I encourage you to act actively in setting guidelines. Here's how:

Play Together (At First): Play alongside your child initially, especially if they are younger. This helps you understand the game and set boundaries together.

Limit Screen Time: Set healthy limits on how much time your child spends playing Minecraft daily. This ensures a good balance between online and offline activities.

Choose the Right Mode: Minecraft has different play modes. The peaceful modes will remove hostile mobs and eliminate combat with other players.

Communicate Openly: Have ongoing conversations with your child about their Minecraft experiences. Encourage your kids to share both the good and the bad. Be prepared to intervene if you notice cyberbullying or other online problems.

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Ultimately, the decision of whether or not Minecraft is suitable for your child is up to you. There's no one-size-fits-all answer, and every child is different. My advice? Talk to your kids openly, set clear expectations, and don't be afraid to implement guidelines. When approached thoughtfully, Minecraft can be a fun and valuable tool that fosters creativity, problem-solving, and social connection.
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FAQ's About Is Minecraft Safe for Kids?

Is Minecraft appropriate for young children? Minecraft is generally recommended for ages 8 and up due to mild violence and potential online risks. Younger children may benefit from playing in peaceful mode with parental supervision.What are the benefits of Minecraft for kids? Minecraft can boost creativity, problem-solving, collaboration, and even STEM skills. It can be particularly helpful for kids with special needs, offering a space for self-expression and reduced social pressure.Are there any risks associated with Minecraft? Potential risks include exposure to mild violence, cyberbullying, addiction, and inappropriate content in online multiplayer modes.How can I make Minecraft safer for my child? Play together initially, set screen time limits, consider peaceful mode, and have open conversations about online safety.Can Minecraft be beneficial for kids with autism or ADHD? Yes! Minecraft's open-ended structure and opportunities for self-expression can be very positive for neurodivergent kids.
This post was originally published on 04/19/2023. It was updated on 06/13/2024.

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