Some people believe that what children watch on television influences their behaviour. Others say that the amount of time spent watching television influences their behaviour. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

People have different views about whether

children

's

behavior

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is more influenced by the nature of

content

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the content

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or the duration of

television

watching.

This

essay will delve into/ discuss both viewpoints before presenting a personal opinion. Proponents of the view that the quantity of

time

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watching

television

is more influential argue that excessive screen

time

has far-reaching consequences on

children

's

overall

well-being.

Children

by prolonged

television

viewing are following a sedentary lifestyle, because of

reduction

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in their physical activities, contributing to health issues,

such

as obesity and heart attack. The sheer amount of

time

glued to the screen can

also

result in social isolation. If

children

spend a long

time

in front of the TV, it can limit their opportunities for meaningful interactions with peers and family members.

This

reduction in face-to-face communication can hinder essential social skills,

such

as effective communication.

For example

, a child who spends hours watching

television

instead

of playing with friends may struggle to build and maintain a relationship, resulting

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a sense of loneliness.

However

, the impact of content cannot be overlooked. Advocates who have the view of the more influence of content assert it can profoundly shape

children

's attitudes and actions. When they are exposed to

programs

filled with violent or inappropriate material,

this

can lead to aggressive

behaviors

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.

For example

,

children

who frequently watch violent cartoons may become desensitized to violence, viewing it as an acceptable means to solve problems. Actually, it can blur the line between acceptable and unacceptable actions, making them more prone to mimic these

behaviors

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in real life.

Conversely

, educational

programs

can foster positive attributes

such

as empathy. By showing cultural

programs

,

for instance

, are more likely to broaden their horizons about different perspectives and cultures which can facilitate making

relationship

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relationships

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in the interconnected world and enhance empathy towards other cultures. In conclusion, I believe that messages conveyed through TV

programs

can have

lasting

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impact on

children

's

behavior

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because even minimal exposure to harmful materials can have lasting negative effects.

However

, the amount of

time

should be monitored by parents to prevent its implications.