Television

Introduction

The purpose of this study is to expand the boundaries of our knowledge by exploring some relevant literature relating to the topic of Television and its impact in the American society. Television as an integral part of the human environment and is now one of the most influential factors. Persuasive power of television lies in the very fact of public issue of specific content, given that what is being said on television is automatically recognized by viewers as socially significant. The programs shown on television, playing the role of a window to the world, because they relate to real aspects of life. Furthermore, by moving in a fictional reality - provide entertainment like cinema. It often happens that the television is focused around the family life. Absorbed in the professional and personal problems parents treat it like a nanny, filling the time of their children. In this paper, we will examine different articles related to Television and its impact.

Crack and the box

In the article, “Crack and the box”, the author has focused on the impact of the Television addiction on the American society. In this article it is examined that Excessive hanging out watching TV has become common in American society. The aim of this medium is to fulfill the function of information - teaching and providing entertainment. Meanwhile, its actual impact on human rights, especially the young, depends on many factors. Taking into account the impact of television on the human psyche, it should be noted that it is very wide. Television operates both on human consciousness and subconscious. Allows you to meet the needs, affects human attitudes, and determines the ways and forms of communication. Television is particularly attractive, convenient and easy way to reception to spend your time. It does not require mental effort, such as other media, because the administration of the image somehow spares the human imagination. In this article, it also stated that problem of television addiction can still be cured. For instance, parents must take immediate control of the sets, teaching children to watch specific television programs, not "television," to get out of the house and play with other kids.



Braving a Life Without Television

In the article Joel “Braving a Life Without Television”, the author has illustrated positive intent towards the exposure of Television in our daily life. This article shows a completely different picture regarding the impact of the set in ...