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SIO374: Maybe Swearing Around Your Kids Is Fine?

Jul 31, 2023
Dr. Ashley Scolaro, a cognitive neuroscientist, discusses the taboo of swearing around kids. Topics include the scientific evidence, moral concerns, brain regions involved in cursing, and the influence on children's language development. The importance of educating kids about the meaning and context of words is emphasized.
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  • Swearing around kids can help them understand emotion and context.
  • Taboo language activates the emotional-processing right hemisphere of the brain.

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The Benefits of Swearing Around Your Kids

Contrary to popular belief, swearing in front of your kids is not harmful and may even have some benefits. The taboo nature of swear words can help children understand concepts like emotion and context. Children are likely to use taboo words regardless, so it's better to teach them when and how to use them appropriately. Swearing in front of kids also provides an opportunity for social modeling, where kids learn appropriate language use from their parents. It is important to educate children about the meaning and impact of slurs, and discourage their use. Euphemisms should also be explained to ensure children understand their significance and potential offensiveness.

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