Playtime for brainpower: new study tests active games in preschoolers

NCT ID NCT05949866

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 23 times

Summary

This study looks at whether a teacher-led program of active, movement-based play can improve thinking skills like memory and focus in preschoolers from low-income backgrounds. About 112 children will take part in the program for 6 months. Researchers will check if the program is easy to use and if it helps children's brain function, motor skills, and physical activity levels.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Massachusetts Amherst

    Amherst, Massachusetts, 01003, United States

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