Abstract
In this article, the writer discusses whether exposure to violent television makes students significantly more violent themselves. The writer maintains that a number of widely published reports demonstrate this hypothesis. Only a few television apologists were willing to defend the television industry. The writer discusses that most agree that evidence for a causal relationship between television violence and child violence is overwhelming.

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"Research has clearly demonstrated a relationship between violent behavior in children and the viewing of violent images such as seen television. While a causal relationship is difficult to establish it is clear that children are greatly affected by television and that the average child views a great deal of television. The extent of the impact varies depending on the age of the child. While apologists for the media claim that isolating a clear cause and effect relationship is difficult, it has been clearly demonstrated that children who view television violence ..."

Tags:violence, aggression, television

Abstract
The following paper examines the link between gender stereotypes and the difference in attitudes towards television is demonstrated. The history of the television violence issue is presented.

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"Another aspect to the problem of determining if gender differences exist in reference to aggression and television violence is to examine if the shows and advertising themselves portray gender stereotypes. Calvert and Huston attempted to answer this question in a 1987 study. They concluded that men are often portrayed as being more powerful and competent than women and are shown in more typically male occupations."

Tags:Violence, Television, discussion, aggression, role, arousal, theory, Social, Learning, Theory

Abstract
The paper discusses the popularity of television among families and reveals that the rating schemes for television programs are often misleading. The paper turns to studies on the effects of television violence and relates that children who view too much violence experience higher levels of aggression, hostile attitudes and can become frightened of certain situations. The paper reaches the conclusion that television violence directly impacts the shaping of children and asserts that it is vital for parents to have tools that can be used to ascertain the violence levels on programs.

Outline:
Introduction
Rating Inconsistencies
Television Violence Studies

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"Television has moved into the 21st century as a key component of most households. From the instant viewers awake, it is not uncommon to find the local news or "Good Morning America" broadcasting over the morning airwaves. Through lunchtime, themes shift to talk shows, reruns of "X-Files," and soap operas. As work or school ends, television programs run the gambit of what will show on any particular night. It has been reported that starting in 2003, there are now over 100 (100.4) channels on any given television set. This is a dramatic increase from 18.8 channels in 1985 (Corante Tech News, 2004). Further, combine that number with the expansion of families that possess a cable television set, and the stage is set to make the television the centerpiece of most family rooms, dens, and bedrooms. In 1977, only 16.6% of U.S. households owned cable television. In 1999, only two decades later, 68% of families had purchased cable television (Nielsen Media Research, 2007)."

Tags:aggression, hostility, fear, ratings

Abstract
This paper explores the topic of television violence and the impact it has on children. In recent years there have been increasing allegations that television violence is having a negative impact on child development. The writer begins with an overview of the problem, looking at specific examples of television in America. Next, the paper defines some key terms for understanding the topic as well as providing a background about why this topic is important to society. The writer concludes by arguing that children are not developmentally advanced enough to separate fantasy from reality and that the increased violence they are seeing on television is creating more violent and aggressive children.

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"In recent years there have been increasing allegations that television violence has a negative impact on child development . There have been school shootings, children acting out both at home and in classrooms and other developmental traits that have been laid and the feet of television violence".

Tags:negative, impact, america, allegations, society, advanced, fantasy, reality, aggressive

Abstract
This paper examines parents' use of television as an electronic babysitter. The effects and consequences of television violence on children are explored, and the various ways that we can protect our children from the effects of prolonged exposure to television violence are presented in the paper. These are important issues that should be dealt with quickly. The paper contends that, as television violence increases and more parents spend time at work and away from their children, the problem is not one that will go away by itself.

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"In the 78 years since the invention of television, it has gone from a luxury item to a common household appliance. However, with an average of two televisions per household, its effects on children and society at large have transformed this household appliance into a virtual weapon of mass destruction. With the increased level of violence shown on television each day, children have become immune and insensitive to violence and are more aggressive verbally and physically than ever before. While this is a serious problem, it is not one without a solution. Parents need to take a proactive role and monitor what their children are watching as well as discuss what is being viewed on television rather than rely on television as an electronic babysitter for their children."

Tags:shows, movies, abuse, aggression

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This paper proposes a study to examine the effects of viewing television violence on a sample of elementary school children and to determine if any correlation exists between such variables as amount of time spent watching TV, type and content of programs that are watched and school-based disciplinary referrals for aggressive, assertive, or antisocial behaviors.
Outline
Chapter I
Introduction
Need for the Study
Purpose of the Study
Hypothesis
Theory
Definitions, Assumptions, Limitations
Overview
Chapter II
Review of Literature
Impact of Media
Extent of Television Violence
Effects of Viewing Television Violence on Children/Adolescents
Chapter III
Design of The Study
Sample and Measures
Hypothesis
Analysis
Summary
Chapter IV
Analysis of Results
Organization of the Analysis
Restatement of the Hypothesis
Demographic Information
Hypothesis Testing
Post Hoc Analyses
Chapter V
Summary
Discussion
Conclusion

From the Paper
"Violent programming has increased 14 percent on broadcast networks and 10 percent on cable. Shelton (1998) further states that about 90 percent of programming on cable services such as Cinemax, Showtime and HBO, depicts violence. Research suggests that the context in which violence is portrayed is an important factor in assessing its impact on children; when the violence is perpetrated by an attractive character, the chances are increased that viewers will become desensitized to aggression or become fearful of violence in their own world. Cartoon violence, which is endemic in children's programming, has the potential to seem realistic to children younger than 7 because they cannot easily differentiate between reality and fantasy, thus posing a special concern (Shelton, 1998)."

Tags:media, programs, aggression, discipline, cable, services

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The paper reveals that children's television watching hours have increased significantly and the programs themselves have become a very influential part in shaping a child's personality and behavior. The paper looks at the research that shows how exposure to violence is a definite trigger for aggressive behavior in children. The paper then points out that out of all of the causes of aggression in children, television violence is the most easily controlled and preventable. The paper contends that it should be a top priority of any parent or caretaker to protect the children in their care from exposure to television violence.

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"Aggression is often associated with outside stimuli, and the biological process within the body, and mostly the brain, is quite illusive for many people. The amygdalae, which are almond-shaped groups of neurons inside the brain, are said to be the areas of the brain that cause aggression when stimulated. The hypothalamus, located just above the brain stem, also causes aggression when stimulated, but also plays a regulatory role in the process. After years of extensive scientific research regarding aggressive behavior, just recently brain chemicals involved in aggression are believed to have been identified. In the central nervous system there is an important neurotransmitter (a chemical used to relay signals between a neuron and a cell), serotonin, which it believed to modulate aggression."

Tags:programs, crime, personality, behavior

Abstract
This paper discusses the effect that exposure to television violence has on children. The paper explains that television has been found to have a powerful influence in the development of value systems and behavior patterns. The paper contends that violence on television does contribute to aggressive behavior, yet claims that it is important to note that television is only one of many causes of aggression.

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"Extensive exposure to television violence by children has been proven to cause greater aggressiveness (AACAP, 1999). In some cases, watching a single violent program increases aggressiveness. Often, on television, violence is portrayed as something that is very realistic, and frequently repeated or unpunished. Children are very vulnerable to outside influences and are likely to imitate what they see. In particular, children with emotional, behavioral, learning or impulse control problems may be more easily influenced by television violence."

Tags:program, show, aggression

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This paper explores television violence and its effects on children. It addresses how TV manipulates the minds of children, causing them to act in more aggressive and violent manners. The author argues that TV violence distorts children's minds into believing that violence is a healthy and acceptable way of dealing with problems.

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"How many parents give a sigh of relief when their child's favorite program comes onto television (TV)? Probably, a vast majority of today's parents do because TV allows them to obtain some moments of personal freedom. Marie Winn, author of The Plug-In Drug, proclaims "Television keeps children quiet and passive, cuts down on loud and boisterous play, prevents outbursts between brothers and sisters, and eliminates a number of potentially destructive household 'experiments' that children might be indulging in?"(66). So how could something that is so addictive, to the degree that it settles down even the most robust five-year-old, is dangerous to society? To answer this question there are many statistics, theories and concepts to explore."

Tags:content, graphic, media, tragedy, tv

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This paper explores television violence and its effects on children. It addresses how TV manipulates the minds of children, causing them to act in more aggressive and violent manners. The author argues that TV violence distorts children's minds into believing that violence is a healthy and acceptable way of dealing with problems.

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"There are many different supports for both sides of this issue. Those who believe that TV does have a major affect on children support their belief with the notions thusly: television violence and aggression lead to violent and aggressive behavior in children, witnessing violence on TV shapes and desensitizes the child s view of the world, and television manipulates the mind of the child (Wood, 1999, p. 317). Those who conclude that TV violence plays no part in the aggressiveness of children base their assumptions on the theory stating that violence and aggression in youth is a result of an improper upbringing (Associated Press, 1999, p. 6A). They believe that children adapt their behavior from those that they are in human contact with most often. Another poignant support for television is that it is an extremely effective educational medium. They feel that the positive aspects of television far outweigh the negative ones (Kalin, 1999, p. 2). Lastly, there s the catharsis theory which thoroughly supports the use of television violence in all programs. It claims that TV violence reduces the viewer s aggressive behavior when dealing with real life situations (Comstock, 1978, p. 188). Statistics can back up both sides of the issue, and so can emotions. The issue of the affects of television violence on our nation s youth is a very heavy and controversial topic with many possible conclusions."

Tags:aggression, crime, fighting, graphic, kids, mean, tv, world