Dill said that is not necessarily true for younger children. If you have a conversation about it, then they can start to understand that violence on TV gives a message of not valuing life. Violence isn't the only mixed message TV provides. A recent study at the University of Washington, St. Louis, showed that television does not accurately reflect reality. Reality check The study of 92 programs showed that the life many Americans have is not represented on the screen.
Most characters are male, well-paid and young.
There are few single, working mothers or characters caring for the elderly. While showing successful characters with superficial problems such as those on Seinfeld or Friends may not be as detrimental as witnessing the angry violent behavior of guests on The Jerry Springer Show, Dill suggested that both give youth unrealistic expectations. Even if you stop your children from watching the latest shows loaded with sexual, violent or unrealistic content, they likely will be exposed to them through friends. Open dialogue about television and setting an example of what is appropriate behavior is a challenge, but one that may prove rewarding as your child matures. 8765 w. higgins rd.