Positive Effects Of Mass Media And Technology On The Upbringing Of Children

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.0 BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY Media technologies (TV, video, games, Internet, music, mobile phones) have brought about a substantial change in the experience of childhood in our society. These changes leave many parents unprepared for the challenge on how to regulate their child’s time with such technologies. There is now good evidence about the impact on children from media technologies, and that this constitutes a health issue. Children can use media to increase their understanding of the world around them as well as teach positive social behaviours. These benefits can…