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Young children and the Watts revolt.
R L Dunlap1, A Beigel, V Armon
1Retail Clerks Local 770 Mental Health Development Center, USA.
Community Mental Health Journal
|November 5, 2013
Summary
Immediately after the 1965 Watts riots, preschool children were interviewed about their awareness, fears, and attitudes toward the events. Most children were aware of the rioting and showed fear, with varying attitudes across racial groups.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Child Development
Background:
- The 1965 Watts riots were a significant civil disturbance in Los Angeles.
- Understanding the impact of such events on young children is crucial for developmental psychology and sociology.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess preschool children's awareness, affective reactions (fears), and attitudes towards the 1965 Watts riots.
- To compare these responses across different racial/ethnic groups: Negro, Mexican-American, and white children.
Main Methods:
- Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 107 Negro, 23 Mexican-American, and 52 white preschool children.
- Data collected focused on children's knowledge of the riot, their emotional responses, and their views on rioters.
Main Results:
- Over 70% of children in all groups were aware of the rioting.
- Approximately 50% of children exhibited riot-related fear.
- Attitudes toward rioters differed between Negro and white children, while Mexican-American children showed more uniform hostility and fear.
Conclusions:
- Preschool children demonstrated significant awareness and fear related to the Watts riots.
- Racial and ethnic background influenced children's perceptions and attitudes concerning the riot participants.
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