How TV Affects Your Child - 0 views
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The average American child will witness 200,000 violent acts on television by age 18
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While watching TV, kids are inactive and tend to snack.
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Studies have shown that decreasing the amount of TV kids watched led to less weight gain and lower body mass index
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Children that are exposed to television before the age of two, and more than two hours a week are more likely to see violence, risky behaviors, and are more likely to become obese. There is a rating system to help parents restrict their kids from watching specific programs. This article also teaches parents good habits to use while watching TV.