Study finds kids who go to parks grow up with better mental health By Talker News Nov 11, 2026 4 hrs ago Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Children enjoy playing on the swings in a play park. (Louise Vennells / University of Exeter via SWNS) By Talker By Stephen BeechGoing to the park to play can improve children’s mental health, according to a new study. × This page requires Javascript. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. 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