television and families

Offers advice and specific guidelines for assisting parents and children ages two through fourteen in making good choices when watching television or using online computer resources.

Presents case studies of four families that do not have televisions in their homes because the adults want to avoid what they see as its negative influence on their children, identifies six common beliefs about television held by the families, and looks at the scientific evidence related to their opinions.

Examines the role parents play in controlling what television shows their children watch, discussing various methods of parental monitoring and control, analyzing available technical devices, explaining current rating systems, and exploring educational and awareness measures.