Nila Joshi

PhD in Health | Physical Activity & Child Health Research | Views are my own

[Eugene Minogue @EugeneMinogue]

‘The importance of risky play (& the 17-second rule)’ - @ActiveForLife

https://t.co/to03E53mZA

Risky play is any type of play that is exciting and challenging, that might involve some risk-taking or chance of injury. It’s the type of play that tests a child’s limits and challenges ours (adults).

When children push themselves during unstructured play to climb higher, run faster, or engage in other forms of risky play, they learn about their own limits (which makes their play safer in the long run!), how to problem-solve, and how to make decisions.

They become more brave, more inquisitive, and more creative. And when they know they can push the limits of how they play, they tend to become less bored with the exhilaration of challenging themselves and overcoming their worries of “What might happen if . . .”

When a child senses that their parent/caregiver is anxious, it sometimes makes them worried too. So how do we convey our confidence in children and give them the space and time to “figure it out?”. . . The 17-second rule.

Instead of jumping in at the first sign of a child doing something that makes you worried during free play, step back. Breathe. Count to 17. And watch . . . 👀

In those 17 seconds, we’re giving children the chance to problem-solve and think about their next step. We’re also showing children that we are confident in them.

The 17-second rule will grow our confidence in children and their confidence in themselves, which is a positive step forward for their well-being now and in the future.

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#PlaySufficiency #FreePlay #RiskyPlay #PhysicalLiteracy #PhysicalActivity #Leisure #Sport #ActiveTravel #PlayStreet #SchoolStreets #StreetPlay #HomeZones #Playces #Splace #Playgrounds #Parks #FreerangeUrbanNeighbourhoods #FUN #KnowBallGames #UNCRC #Article31

[Michelle Stone @DrMichelleStone]

Excited to be partnering with @PlayGroundology to celebrate this 1st UN #internationaldayofplay in Nova Scotia! @DalhousieU @DalHealth @DalHPI

[Alice Ferguson @aliceplayingout]

Children’s increased access to online space and their loss of access to real, outdoor space are two sides of the same coin. Both caused by an appalling neglect of children’s needs, both feeding into each other, both doing huge harm to children.

[Julie Campbell @juliecampbell_9]

My PhD study! Share with any N.S. teachers you may know 😊

[Nila Joshi @NilaJoshi22]

@tarapride_ Congratulations!!! This is amazing news 😊

[Sarah Moore @ParaPLAYHub]

It's #WorldKidneyDay! I never thought I would share my story, as it feels less altruistic to share, but since sharing I've had many people ask me about donation. So today, Jessie, Kim, and I encourage you to consider donation! #shareyourspare
@UHNTransplant @ArmandoJLorenzo

[Nila Joshi @NilaJoshi22]

A publication that is so special to me❤️

#NoFarmersNoFood

[Kathryn Stone @Kathrynmstone]

Farmers are hit hard by climate change worldwide and need support. No farmers, no food!

Big shout out to @NilaJoshi22 's dad for helping us understand and unpack the implications of the Indian Agricultural Acts of 2020 👏

https://t.co/dk4JhjGBXg

[Nila Joshi @NilaJoshi22]

"Based on the severe health and human rights implications of immigration detention, the public health evidence is clear — it is time to end immigrant detention once and for all" So proud of @EmmaStirlingCam and all the work she is doing!

[The Conversation Canada @ConversationCA]

The detention of migrants in Canadian jails is a public health emergency https://t.co/PNbOl80gZQ

[Nila Joshi @NilaJoshi22]

@RachRamsden @PlayOutsideUBC Congratulations Rachel!! :)

[Nila Joshi @NilaJoshi22]

So #DalProud of these three brilliant scholars :)

[Nila Joshi @NilaJoshi22]

“Indigenous people make up about 5% of the world’s population, but protect over 80% of the world’s biodiversity, so land defence is something that we need to talk about more"

What a great piece highlighting the brilliant work of @Kathrynmstone. So grateful to learn from u!

[Halifax Examiner @HfxExaminer]

Study finds climate change disproportionately affects women, their mental health
by @ydentremont
https://t.co/BpgXfaEZtu

[Nila Joshi @NilaJoshi22]

@tarapride_ Congratulations Tara!! So exciting 😊

[Nila Joshi @NilaJoshi22]

Proud of @Kathrynmstone and all the work she is doing looking at climate justice!

[Kathryn Stone @Kathrynmstone]

📢Forgot to come in hot w a pub alert! 📢 Big thank you to @SpencerBeckyAnn and @itsnicnow_ for lots of guidance and assistance on this one.

A scoping review on the impacts of climate change on women's mental health 🌍🧠https://t.co/xx3atuwxSk

[Nila Joshi @NilaJoshi22]

Such important work being done by @YvonneBrandelli

[CBC Nova Scotia @CBCNS]

Dalhousie University researcher studies resilience of kids with juvenile arthritis https://t.co/aAePgzPG2r

[Nila Joshi @NilaJoshi22]

@HSInquiry Hi there! Just wondering what time the deadline ends on Monday?

[HPI @DalHPI]

Dr. Barb Hamilton-Hinch explores the stories of loss and grief in the Black community: https://t.co/3Y210TxjEe

[Nila Joshi @NilaJoshi22]

Such important research being done by @EmmaStirlingCam. This article highlights the findings from two of her published studies on newcomer women’s health!

[Taryn Grant @tarynalgrant]

Years after arrival, some refugees still struggle to navigate health care in Nova Scotia https://t.co/lqvQoyFdnh

[Kathryn Stone @Kathrynmstone]

Don't want to read my 100 page thesis? Me neither! But if you're interested in the social, mental, and gendered implications of our changing climate, this short research summary + exhaustive list of recommendations might be for you ➡️ https://t.co/eOX3G0D2EY 🧠🌿🌍