Boredom can encourage creativity in kids: experts

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Eminent neuroscientist Baroness Greenfield said youngsters develop a sense of identity from having to find things to do.
The Oxford University professor claimed bored children are more likely to pick up a book or write a story, rather than being tempted to go online.
Her stance is at odds with the views of many parents who believe that 'the devil makes work for idle hands'
First Published: Oct 28 2012 | 5:15 PM IST