Why do children not react to cold like adults do???!? Example could be kids at the beach loving the freezing water on a cloudy day, whereas an adult is physically hurting in the same temp. water.

464 views

Why do children not react to cold like adults do???!? Example could be kids at the beach loving the freezing water on a cloudy day, whereas an adult is physically hurting in the same temp. water.

In: Biology

6 Answers

Anonymous 0 Comments

Ever heard of Wim Hof?

Adults have learned to react how they are expected to react to the cold water. Children enjoy it as a new sensation and a novel experience. Kids stay more in the moment, until they’re taught to react in a different way by well meaning adults.

You are viewing 1 out of 6 answers, click here to view all answers.