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Dr. Robert Murray
Coverage of Dr. Robert Murray in the Nexus archive.
- Pediatrics group issues new guidance on recess for the first time in 13 years
The American Academy of Pediatrics has released new guidance on recess, emphasizing its importance for kids' health and academic success. Recess has been shrinking in US schools, with up to 40% of districts reducing or eliminating it since the mid-2000s. The group recommends at least 20 minutes of recess daily.
- Pediatricians group stands up for kids' rapidly shrinking recess time: 'Very powerful benefit'
The American Academy of Pediatrics released updated guidance urging schools to protect recess, citing its benefits for kids' health, learning, and behavior. Recess time has been shrinking in US schools, with up to 40% of school districts reducing or eliminating it since the mid-2000s. The academy recommends at least 20 minutes of daily recess and multiple breaks.