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Unsocial kids may be happier than you think

Unsocial kids may be happier than you think
Phys.org Monday 10 August 2026, 16:20 UTC 1 min read
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The child who plays alone during recess may be perfectly content doing so, according to a new study from the University of Georgia.

The child who plays alone during recess may be perfectly content doing so, according to a new study from the University of Georgia.
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