Boredom gets a bad reputation. We usually treat it as something to avoid, especially when it shows up in kids. But sometimes that restless, nothing-to-do feeling can actually be good for your brain ...

Boredom represents a universal human experience that affects individuals across all age groups, characterized by feelings of dissatisfaction and lack of interest in current activities or surroundings.

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But once the novelty wears off, many parents start to hear the familiar chorus: “I’m bored!” While it’s tempting to fill every moment with activities or entertainment, boredom isn’t something to fear, ...