When you go out and buy a superhero toy for your kid, have you ever for a moment reflected on how the choice of this toy may impact your kid’s psyche? Or ever noticed little boys’ superhero gimmicks when dressed in their favorite Superman t-shirts?
So what is it with the superhero craze? Is it good or is it bad? Let us discuss in detail about the psychological impact of superheroes on children-
Since ages Superheroes have held great fascination among young minds. The media has added to fuel the craze. Presenting the fantasy characters in a light that kids see them as their role models, their adventures and actions influence the little impressionable souls quite highly. So much so that children often start to emulate these larger than life figures. Now, while these goodie-good superheroes can on one hand be a positive source of inspiration for our kids, the daredevil acts superheroes are involved in, can have a negative impact as well.
Superhero tales, both in books and T.V. Programs, are filled with acts of violence. So, isn’t this long-stretched exposure to such violent imagery a risk for our kids? Indeed, it is.
Next question- How to deal with the situation?
Eliminate Superheroes from our kids’ lives? NO
Stop thinking about it, for you cannot stop the trend? NO
Then What???
Simple and effective measure- Balance it out. Understand, how can you positively mould the Superhero Craze in the progressive development of your child.
Step 1
Limit their Screen Time
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Step 2
Don’t let them Alone
Step 3
Help Your Child Distinguish Between Reality & Fantasy
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Step 4
Don’t Be Over-anxious
Remember, the root of the issue is that often times, parents are unaware of things. But those who are, don’t need to fret. You only have to be there with your child and be observant enough to see and know, what he is doing and probably what he is thinking. Talk it out and let your child be. Don’t take away from them those little fun element that makes childhood the most special phase of life. So don’t deprive them of the Superhero part!