How Rough is Rough and Tumble?

Abstract

Children enjoy play fighting and wrestling together. Rough and tumble play is common from pre-school years on. Does it lead on to violence? How can you tell it from fighting? Does it change as children get older? Is it boys-only? Should it be stopped, ignored, or should we join in?

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Smith, P. K., & Boulton, M. (1987). How Rough is Rough and Tumble? Set: Research Information for Teachers, 1. https://doi.org/10.18296/set.1146
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