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Sexual Media Influences Teen Decisions About Sex

The media recently reported that a popular clothing retailer has decided to reintroduce a catalogue that includes semi-nude, young models for distribution to their 18-years-and-older shoppers.  Parents of some online gamers have been shocked to discover that some popular games allow sexual dialogue and communication.  A popular youth star has been in the media spotlight [...]

Amount of Television Viewing in Early Childhood Negatively Impacts Later Functioning

A new study in the May 2010 issue of Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine reports that early television exposure has negative effects on children’s functioning at follow-ups as late as fourth grade.

Dr. Pagani and colleagues examined the influence of television exposure at 29 months and changes in exposure by 53 months on psychosocial, academic, [...]

Videogame Exercise Beneficial

Scientists at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center have found that playing active video games can be as effective for children as moderate [...]