Relationship between sociodramatic play and self-regulation: A systemic revision
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https://doi.org/10.46553/RPSI.16.32.2020.p79-103Keywords:
pretend play, self-regulation, executive function, preschoolAbstract
In this article, we review studies that analyze the relationship between sociodramatic play and self-regulation in 3-6 years old children. It is well established that Early childhood is a landmark period for laying the foundations of self-regulation. We searched the Portal Timbó database using combinations of the keywords. We included reports that were published in English and specifically examined how Sociodramatic play promotes Self-regulation development. Seven published articles between 2002-2020 met our selection criteria. Although few studies explored the relationship between sociodramatic play and self-regulation, they evidence that mature sociodramatic play is strongly related with self-regulatory skill acquisition developed at a pre-school stage. Two very important elements to consider are quality in play and the inclusion of fantasy elements within them.
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