Media portrayals of parent-child relationships can create unrealistic expectations for both parents and children.
Social media platforms such as Instagram and TikTok are filled with images of perfect families and perfect parenting, which can lead to disappointment and dissatisfaction in real-life relationships.
Additionally, media depictions of parents can promote unhealthy relationship dynamics that can lead to conflict between parents and children.
For instance, some shows depict parents as overly critical or neglectful towards their children, leading to feelings of resentment and anger in the children.
Television also promotes unrealistic images of romantic relationships, which can lead to young people believing the doctored reality presented on social media and looking unfavorably upon themselves as a result.
This can feed into a cycle of unrealistic expectations for romantic relationships, exacerbating feelings of isolation, loneliness, and anxiety.
In conclusion, media portrayals of parent-child relationships can create unrealistic expectations that have the potential to impact real-life relationships negatively.