NEW YORK, NY, USA, March 11, 2021 /EINPresswire.com/ — Anxiety in children is on the rise, due to many factors like the pandemic, virtual learning and the post-election fall-out. In fact, according to a recent survey, close to 65% (63.89%) of parents with children between the ages of 0-18 reported an increase in their child’s overall anxiety since the onset of the pandemic. Additional findings support an increase in family game night (77.78%), outdoor/active play (58.33%) and a continued growing interest in sustainable products (75.93%). Parents are also interested in STEM toys (82.41%) that decrease screen time.
Giving these telling statistics, lifestyle, parenting and educational expert Amanda Mushro, who is also the writer behind the blogs www.AmandaMushro.com and www.QuestionableChoicesInParenting.com, suggests certain toys, games and products can help soothe anxiety while also reducing screen time. She adds, “During these unprecedented times, play can be a great resource for the whole family. Some of today’s hottest new toys and games can in fact help reduce our anxious children’s stress levels, encourage connection and get us away from the screen. Parents don’t need…