A Dutch study, published in Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, was prompted by concern that pressure to improve school marks could mean children spend more time behind their desk and less time doing physical activity. The researchers believe that exercise may help improve cognitive performance by increasing blood and oxygen flow to the brain. It may also benefit classroom behaviour by reducing stress and improving mood.
Arch Pediatr Adolesc Med. 2012;166[1]:49:55.
Arch Pediatr Adolesc Med. 2012;166[1]:49:55.
