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Children nowadays watch TV programmes more than ever before. Is watching television good or bad for children? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience

#children #tv #programmes #television
In
this
 world of technology, the most influenced are adolescents who are spending a lot of time watching screens. Many argue that
this
 habit has only disadvantages,
while
 others disagree and believe that it is beneficial. In my opinion, it is extremely harmful especially for young
children
 for their health and because of
icreased
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increased
 rates of mental disorders .
This
 essay will discuss the downsides of being addicted to TV shows by
children
.
Firstly
,
increased
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the increased
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 amount of screen time is enormously detrimental
for
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to
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eye sights
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the eyesight
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 of young
children
, especially
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those who
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who are
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those
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 between ages 2-
6
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and 6
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years.
For instance
, a survey conducted by the
opthalmology
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ophthalmology
 department of the
John
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Johns
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 Hopkins
School
 of Medicine revealed that; more than 37% of
children
 who were exposed to television at
age
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an age
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 younger than 4 years ended up with decreased power of their eyesight and had to use spectacles
along with
 eye drops to slow down the progressive worsening of their vision.
Secondly
, watching television for longer hours
everyday
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every day
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 has been associated with increased chances of deteriorating mental health.
For example
,
while
 I was doing
a
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apply
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research in the psychiatry department of the Aga Khan University Hospital, an international study was discussed which had an alarming number of
children
 diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder because of spending
alot
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a lot
 of time on small screen. There are some who disagree and are of the opinion that watching TV shows
are
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is
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 beneficial for
children
, as it improves their general knowledge and is a source of enjoyment after a stressful day at
school
.
For example
, they argue that
children
 are able to disconnect from their daily
school
 routines and feel better and more encouraged to study harder once completely relaxed.
To conclude
, even though some oppose the disadvantages of TV, I would reiterate the injurious
affects
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effects
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 of watching programmes on
box
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the box
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 screen for preschoolers and primary
school
chidren
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children
 because of harmful
affects
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effects
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 on their eyes and mental
well being
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well-being
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.
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task response
While your essay provides a clear response to the prompt, including specific examples and reasons, it would benefit from additional elaboration in some parts. For instance, you could further discuss potential counterarguments to strengthen your position.
coherence and cohesion
To improve coherence and cohesion, make sure your transitions between and within paragraphs are smooth. Some sentences could be better connected. For instance, transitioning from the discussion on eye health to mental health could be made more fluid.
task response
Your examples are relevant and provide strong support for your main points. The reference to specific studies adds credibility to your arguments.
coherence and cohesion
You have included a clear introduction and conclusion, which helps frame your arguments effectively.
coherence and cohesion
The essay is logically structured with distinct points addressed in separate paragraphs.

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