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| American Psychological Association stated that boys aged 4 to 18 are exposed to two kinds of role models, either the 'violent and aggressive' kind or the 'funny slacker.' These heroes send the wrong message to many children who mirror aggressive behavior. Melanie Hartgill suggested that there are approximately 32 acts of violence in 1 hour of superhero television which have negative effects a childs view of reality and problem solving. |
However, reporter Michael Woods argues that Superheroes like Superman and Batman could influence children to eat healthy, which would decrease the obesity percentage of children. He did a study where he asked children aged 6 to 12 whether they wanted sliced apple or french fries - most of them first chose french fries. He then asked whether Batman would eat sliced apples or french fries and the children would make the connection of healthy food with strength. However results showed that this only influenced childrens decisions one out of three times - it's a start though.
I do agree superheroes have a positive influence on children such as helping people out. Parents' guidance is very important as well, to teach the kids what they should learn from the superheroe and what they shouldn't.
ReplyDeleteI find the contrast interesting between the 'violent aggressive type' and the 'funny slacker' - does it relate to how children perceive the main character of superhero movies compared to their sidekicks, who often play the 'comic relief'?
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ReplyDeleteNo one can oppose that children will get strongly influences by the media. Media can give children a positive influence and a negative influence. Adults have to educate children to know what things they can/cannot learn.
Hey guys thanks for your comments,
ReplyDeleteyou made some good points, there are many other factors that influence children.
This is just one of them that i believe has a strong influence on child behavior :)