BSA303, children's tv and emotional skills, 5 November, 2017

https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/psyched/201402/can-tv-promote-kids-social-emotional-skills

Positive TV content can help.
Content matters.  Look for cooperation and helping. Look for positive behavior throughout the episode.
Consider your child’s age.
Get involved. Point out characters’ positive behavior and discuss why it’s helpful. Encourage your child to use new skills.

References

Christensen, C. G. (May, 2013). Effects of prosocial television on children’s social and emotional competencies: A systematic review. Paper presentation in a symposium at the annual meeting of the Midwest Psychological Association, Chicago, IL.

Christensen, C. G., & Myford, C. M. (in press). Measuring social and emotional content in children’s television: An instrument development study. Journal of Broadcsting & Electronic Media, 58. 

Mares, M.-L., & Acosta, E. E. (2008). Be kind to three-legged dogs: Children’s literal interpretations of TV’s moral lessons. Media Psychology, 11, 377-399. 

Mares, M.-L., & Woodard, E. (2005). Positive effects of television on children’s social interactions: A meta-analysis. Media Psychology, 7, 301–322.