The influence of television on young minds

Most parents underestimate the amount of influence the programmes on television have on young minds. It is vital that you take control in your household and pay careful attention to the programmes you let your children watch.

In this constantly changing world, television plays an imperative role in the receiving of information. The choice of what your children see and hear in the home is up to you.

This does not mean you should shield your young inquisitive minded children of reality but there is a fine line. You have to create a balance. Take note of age restrictions as they are put in place by professionals who know what is and is not suitable for your child to see.

Most parents get caught in the trap where you really want to watch a programme and spend time with your young one, don't let this be the case. If you cannot afford to have more than one television in the household let your children read books or play games that you have approved as an alternative.

Programmes that have explicit language, inappropriate visuals and violence are not programmes your child needs to be watching. You have the power to decide what you want your children to be exposed to in your home.