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Rebecca de Leeuw is an Assistant Professor at the Behavioural Science Institute and Communication Science at Radboud University. Her research focuses on the impact of media, particularly Disney and Pixar films, on emotional development in children and adolescents. She investigates how storytelling can enhance social intelligence and moral understanding among young audiences. De Leeuw's findings suggest that these films not only provide entertainment but can also be instrumental in fostering positive prosocial behaviors, which aligns with insights from positive media psychology. She is actively involved in examining the effects of narrative structures, such as the Hero's Journey, on child development and parenting strategies. Her work has been recognized in the media and she has shared her insights with notable figures in the film industry, including Pete Docter, Oscar-winning director and Chief Creative Officer of Pixar.
Applies to Research Master's in Linguistics and Communication Sciences (Centre for Language Studies/Department of Language and Communication).