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Ok, i want honest answers. Why do 98% of parents blame TV for their kids problems? I know you can learn some bad s$%# from Tv dont get me wrong and you cant monitor a child 24-7 but their is a thing called parental control. Every time I turn around someone's kid has done something terrible and they say "They learned that from the damn TV'? Is there something im missing or is some parents just blowing things way out of proportion b/c they dont want to admit that they aren't perfect??

2006-09-20 11:19:09 · 17 answers · asked by tink19812003 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting Parenting

17 answers

Well no one is perfect. Its not the TVs fault that kids have issues. Its choices parents makes for their children to watch. I think they jump their mark when it comes to monitoring them.

I myself use the TV for babysitting at time. (all parents gasp at that admission) I don't want my kids getting into thing while i take a bath. I can't see what they are doing while bathing unless they are in there with me. I turn on Dora or Blues Clues and don't feel ashamed.

I also think its important to know that T.V. does shorten a kids attention span and is linked to add.

2006-09-20 11:29:03 · answer #1 · answered by rebeccalynn_dj 3 · 0 0

TV has a huge impact on children's development- cognitively, socially, and emotionally. It can be positive or negative, depending on what and how much they watch. I limit the TV my kids can watch to educational/disney shows and to 2-3 hours a day, depending on what is going on. The problem comes in when they go to a friends house and see something inappropriate. Many kids shows glorify violence- the main character is fighting for good, or they just teach plain rude and obnoxious behavior (i.e.- Sponge Bob). My daughter recently became interested in Karate and has been going around the house "practicing." She said her friend takes Karate, which I found out is not the case. I then discovered our babysitter was letting them watch a channel I don't allow (my daughter told her otherwise). Karate can be a great sport- good for discipline, self- esteem, setting goals, etc. Problem being, she has no idea what she is doing and has kicked things over and almost kicked the baby a few times. It also shouldn't be used for fighting (I could see her hurting someone at school with the aim of "protecting" a friend or something similiar). I don't blame TV for the problem, I blame it for putting ideas into her head that can lead to problems. However, the real problem is when parents don't monitor the TV and address issues as they arise (she is now taking Karate class and learning appropriate technique and use).

2006-09-20 21:45:59 · answer #2 · answered by teacher/mother 2 · 0 0

Computers, TV, Movies and also outside influance from their freinds are big factors along with what the child sees and hears at home!! Yes TV has alot to be blamed for But the parents are the biggest blame of all! The cartoons the kids watch today are very bad. Sponge Bob, Cat and Dog and those kind of shows are IQ droppers! My 2 kids do not watch those shows and are only allowed to watch the Disney channel only.


My kids did learn their numbers and colors by watching Seasame Street and Teletubbies! Only educational cartoons and shows are acceptable!!

2006-09-20 18:42:20 · answer #3 · answered by kolowski4 3 · 0 1

Unfortunately too many kids are allowed to watch TV whenever they want. They are practically glued to it most of the time. There are too many shows on during the day that are not appropriate for children, like Soap Operas, Jerry Springer, Maury Povich, etc. My son is only 2. We have a gate blocking him from getting to the TV and other stereo equipment. I take the remotes and the TV stays on Disney Channel all day, unless we have music on. Too many parents let the TV babysit their children because it is easier for them to get stuff done around the house, or with both parents working too many kids are home alone with no suspervision at all.

2006-09-20 18:26:53 · answer #4 · answered by Ryan's mom 7 · 0 1

well yeah, i think it's nuts. I think parents should truely accept their responsibilities instead of technologies. And also, parents should blame themselves because they are suppose to be there for their kids more. even if they have to work, they must figure better things to do for their kids. After all, it's their responsibility. They have a kid, they need to take full responsibility. Even though they can never be around kids 24/7, they still need a wise decision.

2006-09-20 18:58:15 · answer #5 · answered by mystic_lonewolf22 5 · 0 0

Right on ... except
98% seems a blown out of proportian type reaction // to parents fed up/angry/scared by their kids.
Parental control is lacking in our culture. So is the control of parents who medicate w/ enormous credit card debt / divorce rates / "life" pain narcotic=alcohol relief.
I think parents who blame it on tv should expand their thinking and include movies, music, and video games though.
Ultimately though, you are correct. If you are going to have a child, then parent the child. You are more than the babysitter.

2006-09-20 18:27:04 · answer #6 · answered by Joe Cool 6 · 0 0

Because many parents don't want to take the responsibility of being a parent, and since everyone blames TV, it's easy

2006-09-20 18:21:36 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1 0

Pretty much cuz they don't want to take responsibility. Most parents are unwilling to say yes I made a mistake. Plus now days the tv is the main babysitter for most kids, parents are just too lazy.

2006-09-20 18:38:30 · answer #8 · answered by PrincessB 3 · 0 0

If watching commercials makes children want toys & games & if watching teenage shows makes children want the clothes & music they see why wouldn't they learn some bad behaviors from television.

You can't pick & choose what they'll pick up so make sure you know what they're watching & listening to.

Also you talk to them about the stuff they come across in their lives.

It's a cop-out saying you can't watch them 24/7....why can't you?

2006-09-20 18:26:43 · answer #9 · answered by daljack -a girl 7 · 0 0

Because parents believe that TV has many programs that is unsuitable for them that encourages them to do bad stuff,they think that TV has too many distractions and has lil educational programming,I'm so glad my parent's aren't like that my dad just now ordered Starz! package,I'[m so happy,I get to watch my favorite movie!!!!!!!

2006-09-20 18:28:10 · answer #10 · answered by Lissa305 4 · 0 0

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