Dash #843 youth and TV
How do you believe the youth are affected by television? For the most part I would say that television has a negative effect on children - depending on what they watch, I guess. I think if they are learning educational facts or self-esteem, it can be good for them. I think it is wrong for parents to rely upon the television as an electric baby-sitter just to keep children out of their hair. I also think it's wrong for parents to allow children to watch something violent - perhaps not even of their choosing, but what may be on to entertain said parent. Michelle had given birth to Melody five months before I had Jenna. Michelle had decided that Melody would not be allowed to watch TV and asked those who’d be watching Melody to honor her wishes. I, on the other hand, engaged Jenna in watching children’s programs. I lo...