From Pew to Kaiser to others, there are both useful and diverse perspectives on media in, particularly, children’s lives. Some surprises and comforts here for all.
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Pew Internet and American Life research and information page. Their ten-year data tables are interesting. Numerous articles and statistics, with some social analysis, but that part is more sparse. |
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In particular, check out the “Generation M” reports. And, In particular again, the amount of time children spend with media is noteworthy and remarkable — between 45 and 53 hours a week! The news release, video, and full report are particularly interesting. |
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Campaign for a Commercial Free Childhood. The name almost says it all. Particular topics you can find here include: violence, sexualization, play, ad creep, body image, materialism, schools, obesity, news, articles, and more. For numerous other organizations that focus on media & childhood see: |
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http://www.actagainstviolence.org/resources/fact-sheets/media/impact.html |
This page is from the American Psychological Association about the impact of media on children – and some guidelines. |
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“A non-partisan education organization advocating responsible entertainment.” Research, tools, and advocacy info, including a guide to specific media out now, and reports on numerous media related topics. |
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A YouTube video of the documentary by the same name. Now available to all . . . speaks to the commercialization of childhood. |
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Check out the mission and top 10 beliefs of this organization that aims to educate and inform with reviews, articles, and advice. |