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Science fiction builds mental resiliency in young readers

  • Written by Esther Jones, Associate Professor of English, affiliate with Africana Studies and Women's & Gender Studies, Clark University
Science fiction offers readers a way to rethink social dilemmas. MATJAZ SLANIC/Via Getty Images

Young people who are “hooked” on watching fantasy or reading science fiction may be on to something. Contrary to a common misperception that reading this genre is an unworthy practice, reading science fiction and fantasy may help young people...

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