With computers, video games, and cell phones, I often wonder if are children are being ignored. I see kids that are disrespectful and rude and I just have to wonder if it is because mom and dad do not have the time and just throw them in front of the computer and video games. Isn't it time we get back to being a family?
2006-10-05 05:01:32 · 7 answers · asked by mcgrawm7 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
It's a result of less live human interaction. Some children lose grammar skills because of the abbreviations they always use on chatlines. They misplace their priorities; if they're on a chatline with a friend from school, they'd never think about being rude but with you there live in front of them, they mouth off.
I think it's also a result of legislation regarding child discipline, everyone knows now kids can call 911 and get you in trouble, even if you're innocent. In fact, the government has made us all more like siblings of our children rather than parents because of these laws. Children know they can call 'big brother' and get you in trouble.
What the children unfortunately fail to realize is that they can be removed from the home and possibly never see their parents again, at least not without a long, drawn-out court fight and thousands of dollars on legal fees.
2006-10-05 05:16:15 · answer #1 · answered by Me in Canada eh 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I believe you can integrate it together. Its easier to get them doing family things when you start them at a young age. In a sense there will be less resilience. But the technology is great for young children too. Like Leap Frog. It could be that children are being ignored, but I think the parents need to step up and make boundaries.
2006-10-05 05:10:15 · answer #2 · answered by LaAlicia 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I couldn't agree more. Parents use technology as an excuse for education. Too many times have I heard..."She loves watching the discovery channel--it's good for her" or "He's learned a lot from his computer game--it's educational." Yes, I think using technology for education is great--but too many people are using it as a substitute. To many people rely on cell phones--even to call someone downstairs when they are upstairs. Sure, I let my kids watch TV. Sure my kids use technology to occupy themselves while I'm doing something like cleaning--but I don't sit them on there all day and then use the "it's educational" excuse. Call me old-fashioned but nothing is more educational then a trip to the zoo, aquarium, or local museum. Nothing is better then reading a book with mom or dad about Egyptians. I think technology gives us all an excuse to ignore our kids. We think we are doing them better by letting them use it but then end up doing more harm. Sorry--it's kind of long but I agree with you!
2006-10-05 05:12:18 · answer #3 · answered by .vato. 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
My kids are 4 and 5, and they often use alot of technology. Like the t.v. and the computer, and stuff like that. But we have family nights and do family things. I think it all had to do with what the kid wants to do.
2006-10-05 05:05:59 · answer #4 · answered by sr22racing 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-12-08 08:57:38 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hey. Does your computer, video game or Cell phone have an "OFF" button? Use it!
2006-10-05 05:09:58 · answer #6 · answered by super.sweep 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I agree. We've become a society where materialism is our religon. We're so hooked on technology and stuff that in reality our things own US!
2006-10-05 05:09:02 · answer #7 · answered by Funchy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋