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Briefing: Dolls beat tablets at building social understanding, six-week study suggests
Strategic angle: Research indicates that playing with dolls fosters empathy and social skills in children more effectively than tablets.
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Updated 23 days ago
Research conducted by Cardiff University indicates that traditional doll play significantly aids in the development of empathy and social skills among children.
The study, lasting six weeks, focused on the impact of doll play on both boys and girls, suggesting a universal benefit across genders.
These findings underscore the importance of incorporating traditional toys into childhood development strategies, particularly in contrast to digital devices.