Games are Children's Most Natural Right!

Expert Clinical Psychologist S. Aybeniz Yıldırım emphasized the importance of play for children on the occasion of April 23 National Sovereignty and Children's Day.

Expert Clinical Psychologist S. Aybeniz Yıldırım stated that games play a vital role in children's world and said, “Games are considered a fundamental tool for children's development and learning. Play allows children to develop physical, emotional, social and cognitive skills. For them, a game carries a deeper meaning because many aspects of their development are shaped through play. “Children discover their own world through games and find their first ways to express themselves.” said.

PLAY IS AN ESSENTIAL PART IN CHILDREN'S LIVES

Stating that play is a way for children to explore and experience the world, Specialist Clinical Psychologist S. Aybeniz Yıldırım said, “Game allows children to use their imagination, develop their social skills and express themselves emotionally. Additionally, play can also help children reduce stress and increase their self-confidence. "It should not be forgotten that play is an essential part of children's lives." he said.

Emphasizing that children generally prefer individual games in the preschool period, Yıldırım also pointed out that games vary according to the age and development levels of children. Expert Clinical Psychologist S. Aybeniz Yıldırım said, “In the preschool period, children generally prefer individual games. During this period, children usually engage in activities such as puzzle making, painting and dough games. School-age children generally show interest in the games they play with their friends. "During this period, games and strategy games that strengthen social relations are more common." said.

Touching on the topic of toys, Aybeniz Yıldırım explained that toys can help children develop different skills and said, “For example, puzzles can improve children's hand-eye coordination and problem solving skills, and blocks can improve children's construction and design skills. Additionally, toys can also support children's imagination and creativity. It is important for parents to limit and balance their children's use of digital games. "Physical games can also improve children's motor skills," he said.