Aussie TV show Bluey could help kids build resilience, researchers say

Popular Australian kids' TV show Bluey could have more benefits than simply entertainment.

Experts say the world's biggest show for children could equip its young viewers with the skills to build long-term resilience.

CQUniversity researchers say the adventures of the famous blue heeler's family could have lifelong mental health benefits.

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Townsville mental health practitioner Kelly Bohl analysed 150 episodes of the show, and found half modelled resilience-building behaviours.

Almost two-thirds of those examples were taught by one of the blue heeler parents.

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"Resilience is the ability to cope with challenges, and we know that developing a resilient mindset in childhood can help people overcome adversity right through our lives," Bohl said.

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"When I started watching Bluey – as an adult who doesn't have young children but does have an interest in positive viewing habits – I noticed characters regularly living these lessons in emotional strength, coping and recovery."

The team behind the research is encouraging parents to watch alongside their kids and talk about how they can be resilient like Bluey.

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First launched on ABC Kids in 2018, the cartoon has become a global sensation, winning BAFTA and Emmy awards.

It was the most-watched television series in the USA last year, with more than 842 million hours viewed.

It is now set to spawn a film.