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Articles related to focusing on healthy aging, prevention, mobility, cognition, nutrition, independence, and caregiving support.

Oct 17, 2025

5 min

Why play is important in adulthood?

According to the National Institute for Play, engaging in playful activity can dramatically transform our personal health, relationships, and problem-solving abilities. The misconception that play is a childish indulgence prevents many adults from realizing **why play is important in adulthood** and how it can significantly improve their quality of life.

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Oct 16, 2025

4 min

Do adults lose the ability to play? Rediscovering Joy in Later Life

Recent studies reveal that nearly half of adults feel they lose their sense of playfulness by age 29, largely due to mounting responsibilities. This statistic begs the question: **do adults lose the ability to play?** As we'll explore, while play habits change, the capacity for joyful, imaginative engagement is something that can and should be nurtured throughout life.

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