- A new study reveals that the popular animated series Bluey effectively models resilience for children, demonstrating how to cope with life's ups and downs.
- Researchers analysed 150 episodes from seasons one to three, identifying moments where characters displayed resilient responses based on the Grotberg Resilience Framework.
- The study found that nearly half of all episodes contained a clear resilience message, with two-thirds of these moments facilitated by a parent, often Bluey's mum.
- Bluey and other characters frequently exhibit practical coping skills, emotional regulation, and inner strength, covering key elements of resilience such as problem-solving and empathy.
- Watching Bluey with children can serve as a powerful teaching tool, enabling parents to initiate conversations about emotions and coping strategies, thereby fostering healthy development.
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Researchers watched 150 episodes of Bluey. Here’s what they found