Thesis Abstract

Abstract
The Breath Away programme aired on Cross River Television has been a significant intervention in addressing children's social behavioral problems in the region. This research project aims to evaluate the impact of the programme on children's social behavior and emotional well-being. The programme incorporates various strategies such as storytelling, role-playing, and interactive sessions to engage children and impart valuable social skills. The study employs a mixed-methods approach to gather data, including surveys, interviews, and observations. A sample of children aged 6-12 years from different socio-economic backgrounds is selected to participate in the study. The research team conducts pre-programme assessments to establish baseline social behavioral indicators among the children. The findings indicate that the Breath Away programme has a positive impact on children's social behavior. Participants show improvements in empathy, communication skills, conflict resolution, and emotional regulation. The interactive nature of the programme allows children to practice these skills in a safe environment and receive feedback from trained facilitators. Qualitative data from interviews with parents and teachers also support the positive changes observed in the children. They report better cooperation, empathy, and problem-solving abilities among the participants. Teachers note a decrease in behavioral issues and conflicts in the classroom, attributing this improvement to the children's participation in the programme. Furthermore, the research reveals that children who actively engage with the programme show more significant improvements in their social skills compared to passive participants. This highlights the importance of active participation and practice in developing social behavioral competencies. Overall, the Breath Away programme on Cross River Television plays a crucial role in addressing children's social behavioral problems in the region. By providing a platform for children to learn and practice essential social skills, the programme contributes to their overall well-being and positive development. The findings of this research project underscore the importance of targeted interventions in promoting healthy social relationships and emotional intelligence among children.

Thesis Overview

INTRODUCTION

1.1. Background of the study

This chapter gives us an introduction to the research „‟Impact of Breath away (CRBC TV) as related to children behavioral problems (A study of Yakurr Local Government Area).The mass media is the means of passing information through the use of various channels or media (television, radio, newspaper e.t.c.) to a large heterogeneous crowd. The mass media is a significant force in modern culture, communities and individual are bombarded constantly with messages from a multitude of sources mainly television, billboard and magazine. The messages of the media promote not only moods, attitudes and a sense of what is and not important. In this study we are focusing on the electronic form of communication.The television is a system of sending and receiving pictures and sound by means of electronic signals transmitted through wires and optical fibers or by electronic magnetic radiation. Television is the most widespread form of communication in the world. These widespread availability and exposure makes the television the primary focus of most mass media discussions. Therefore television plays a role in grooming of culture or social behavior of lives.Television has become one of the most powerful times activity ever since its birth in Nigeria it has shared pattern of behavior. Television has educated, informed entertained individuals in so many ways. Television has also brought about cultural pollution of cultural beliefs and norms. Television Is a telecommunication for transmitting in receiving moving images that can be monochrome (black and white) or colored with or without accompanying sound. Television may also refer specifically to a television set, television programming or television transmission.Programming is broadcast by television stations sometimes called „channels‟ as a vehicle for entertainment and news. Since the 1950s television has been the main medium for molding public opinion.