mitch+part+b

PD/H/PE Part B An examination of how digital and Print Media represent Adolescence. What myths or realities are represented? Be sure to reflect on how these sources may affect an early adolescent experiencing these changes and their ability to cope? Teens viewing of television tend to drop during adolescences as young people, as young people start to spend more time socialising, doing homework, listening to music, playing video games, and using computers.

Television is a relaxing activity, which requires low concentration. Teens tend to watch TV when they are alone or bored. Even though viewing of television drops, parents are required to know what their kids are watching. The early ten years are an important time for growing and developing, attractiveness and weight are increasing while at the same time teens are interested in TV images of impossible thinness and beauty. It’s important for young people to understand these images are unrealistic and impossible to achieve. Because teens are usually not supervised by parents watching TV, its important parents make an effort to find out what they are watching.

Teens are usually into TV shows with sex, alcohol, thieves, drugs and drug smugglers, and mystery. There are many of these shows, They may have a big influence on a growing teens life. Whether you believe what other people have to say, Its the grown ups choice on what they wish to do with their kids.