While TV can be a medium for lesarning it can also cause adverse reactions. Supervising tele-viewing is a must. Choose programs for your child. Avoid scary, violent situations. Point out to the child the unacceptability of violent behaviour like hitting or back answering and socially unacceptable behaviour like smoking and alcohol consumption.
Children often tend to believe what they see on the screen, especially in commercials.
Exposure to glorified ads of aerated drinks and junk food often makes children reject healthy food and get a distorted view of what is good food. Restrict TV viewing hours. Never use TV viewing as a reward. Stealing When a child intentionally takes something that is not his, it is usually a sign that he needs attention. He may feel resentful, jealous, or lonely.