Superhero-related injuries in paediatrics: a case series

Davies, Patrick T.; Surridge, Julia; Hole, Laura; Munro-Davies, Lisa

doi:10.1136/adc.2006.109793

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“…Some may argue that these heroes are perhaps too relatable, as there have been reported cases of young children injuring themselves trying to perform stunts to become the characters they worship. 5…”

Section: Background On the Popularity Of Superheroesmentioning

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Childhood idols, shifting from superheroes to public health heroes

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It is early Saturday morning: a day for heroes. Bogged down with various costumes, capes and action figures, young Nikoli bounds downstairs to catch reruns of Teen Titans He puts his newly acquired reading skills to work, studying comic books and recreating the adventures therein. Nikoli imagines himself as the hero in his comics, defeating villains and saving victims, imitating the poses and catchphrases in the mirror. Although children like Nikoli will never gain super strength or the ability to fly, the superheroes they emulate in play are examples of people they can aspire to be. They don't even have to be fictional heroes-if we widen the scope of children's superheroes to include those that address real-life issues, or even real-life heroes who have made breakthroughs in fields such as public health, the impact could be tremendous. Imagine a world where Superman is mentioned in the same breath as Ignaz Semmelweis, the man who revolutionized sanitation in health care by demonstrating that hand washing prevents the spread of infection. Children who idolize the champions of health care could someday grow up to be heroes themselves, fighting epidemics and saving lives through education, treatment and research. Their wildest fantasies could become a reality.

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Section: Background On the Popularity Of Superheroesmentioning

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Childhood idols, shifting from superheroes to public health heroes

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“…Whatever their perceptions of risk, parents are commonly called upon to act as informal risk assessment managers for their children. This may be especially important for those who do not understand the reality of danger -as illustrated by five young children who sustained serious injuries from extreme risk-taking behavior while wearing superhero costumes (Davies et al 2007). However, this can be a difficult role if they know little about their children's capabilities and activities (Boreham and Riddoch 2001), and as parents and children do not always agree about what constitutes risk (Hoggart 2007;Kelley et al 1997;Valentine and McKendrick 1997).…”

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The Actuarial Assessment and Experiential Reality of Risk in Childhood

Madge

2009

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All children face risks in their everyday lives, although some experience more than others. Age, gender, geography and relative disadvantage are among the factors making a difference. Assessing and managing these risks has generated enormous academic interest, political activity, public debate, and emotion, but a major tension has arisen. This is between the actuarial models of risk assessment widely advocated and imposed by agencies including the government, even if prompted by individual instance and public outrage, and experiential models of risk assessment commonly adopted by children and their families. This gives rise to the issue of whether children should be protected at all cost because of the risk from both visible and hidden dangers, or whether they should be exposed to challenge and adventure to allow them to learn to assess and manage risk for themselves. It is unclear whether or not the world is a safer place for children than in the past, and it is apparent that risks constantly change. The challenge is to ensure that young people remain safe while at the same time gaining opportunities to experience excitement and develop their independence.

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Mechanisms, Clinical Presentations, Injuries and Outcomes From Inflicted Versus Noninflicted Head Trauma During Infancy: Results of a Prospective, Multicentered, Comparative Study

Stockman¹

2009

Yearbook of Pediatrics

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Superhero-related injuries in paediatrics: a case series

Cited by 5 publications

References 2 publications

Childhood idols, shifting from superheroes to public health heroes

Childhood idols, shifting from superheroes to public health heroes

The Actuarial Assessment and Experiential Reality of Risk in Childhood

Mechanisms, Clinical Presentations, Injuries and Outcomes From Inflicted Versus Noninflicted Head Trauma During Infancy: Results of a Prospective, Multicentered, Comparative Study

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