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Disney films are rich in behavior such as sharing, helping, and encouraging others. One study showed watching Disney characters help one another inspired children to help their friends.
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The lasting impact of stereotypes
Disney's portrayal of women is divided into distinct eras.
- First came the domestic era, where characters were portrayed as homemakers, often cleaning and in need of rescue by a man, like Snow White or Cinderella.
- Then came the rebellious, new-age phase of Ariel in The Little...
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Concerns raised
These cartoons may seem like harmless entertainment, but some researchers have raised concerns about the underlying lessons in Disney's films.
The most common criticism is the gender, racial and cultural stereotypes.
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Shaped by Disney
Do you prefer to just keep swimming or whistle while you work? If you recognize these phrases, you are likely raised on Disney.
The Little Mermaid first came out 30 years ago and shortly after were released on home video. Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, Lion King, Pocahontas, and the first ...
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Demonizing the mentally ill
- Disney received criticism over its portrayal of mental illness that is aimed to denigrate or set characters apart. Some psychology researchers warned it could lead to learning prejudicial attitudes among child viewers.
- The team also warned that the many references to evil in Disney...
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Other lessons
Early films used to portray work as horrible and nasty. Disney's response was to 'whistle while you work' as you wait for a prince to rescue you. This is a dangerous view in a modern workplace - if you allow yourself to be exploited and think it will all work out.
More recent Disney films ...
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One study demonstrated that the empathy we feel for characters in a novel could make people less racist.
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Neural synchrony
We resonate with some people more than others.
- Neural synchrony occurs between couples. One study showed that merely being in each other's presence caused their brain waves to sync, particularly in wavelengths called the alpha-mu band.
Other lessons
Early films used to portray work as horrible and nasty. Disney's response was to 'whistle while you work' as you wait for a prince to rescue you. This is a dangerous view in a modern workplace - if you allow yourself to be exploited and think it will all work out.
More recent Disney films ...
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