TV violence and children

A very good thing indeed…

The Effects of TV Violence

Children

become immune

to violence

accept violence

as a way to solve

problems

imitate the violence

identify with certain

characters, victims/

victimizers

Some statistics(till 18)

RussiaAt least 22 000 murders

USA11 000 murders

TV violence + children=kids aggression

Measures

• Teach your kids to be media savvy

• Watch with your kids

• Decide what programs are appropriate and stick to your rules

• Talk to the parents of your child's friends

Thank You For the Attention