1. Make sure to keep more gruesome aspects of media from children, such as in movies or games. These can have harmful effects on child development. (Do not buy Gears of War).
2. As kids mature, make efforts to befriend them and learn what types of media they like to use on a regular basis. With this knowledge you can better monitor their media activities.
3. Older kids or young adults should not be subject to as much restrictions. Specifically, ages 15 and up should very few restrictions on media use. For internet, however, make sure to emphasize the lack of privacy and the dangers inherent in online activity to them.
4. Make some effort to reduce the passive media consumption of kids, as it can reduce their productivity and academic effort. (Possibly limit to 2.5 hrs a day). Do not be a tyrant, though, as it can breed resentment and rebellion.
By: Dan, James, and Yuanchao
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