We found out that kids today are growing up absolutely immersed in electronic media in this country, starting at the youngest ages. [At] even just a few months old, they're watching TV, watching videos, using computers, playing video games. -Vicky Rideout

 

We found out that kids today are growing up absolutely immersed in electronic media in this country, starting at the youngest ages. [At] even just a few months old, they're watching TV, watching videos, using computers, playing video games.


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I would suggest that parents want to probably take a look at how much time their kids are spending with media and how much time their kids are spending in other activities.

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[Parents should] consider if they really want to have a TV in their 3-year-old's bedroom or not ... and think about maybe turning off the TV in the home if nobody's watching it.

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I think the bigger picture message they're getting is how the health care system in this country is structured really makes a difference in people's lives.

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What we are saying is, if you have sex on your TV show, consider looking for a chance to incorporate a safer-sex message. It's not going to be appropriate every time, but it can make a difference.

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The positive side of that is that TV shows and movies can really help people see the connection between what might be an abstract Washington policy issue and real people's lives, even though it's fictional real people.

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