As screen time rises, summer camps offer important physical, mental benefits for kids | Unpublished
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Author: Ashley Beherns
Publication Date: July 2, 2026 - 11:11

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As screen time rises, summer camps offer important physical, mental benefits for kids

July 2, 2026
It's the start of the summer and kids' camps are getting ready to open their doors. Experts say youth aren't getting enough playtime and are spending too much time on screens.


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