No doubt about it - TV can be a great educator and entertainer. Children who view violent episodes, such as a kidnapping or murder, on the news are also more likely to believe that the world is scary and that something bad will happen to them.
Research also indicates that TV consistently reinforces gender-role and racial stereotypes.
As a parent, you should monitor the content of the TV programming and set viewing limits to ensure your child doesn't spend time watching TV that should be spent on other activities, such as playing with friends, exercising , and reading. The Nemours Foundation is a nonprofit organization devoted to children's health and is the largest physician practice delivering subspecialty pediatric care in the United States. Myers , and Pensacola . Inc. All rights reserved. KidsHealth and KidsHealth.org are Service Marks of The Nemours Foundation.