With the voluminous amounts and differing types of media sources (i.e., TV, the internet, video games, music) bombarding our youth, many parents are confused as to how to be more effectively “media proof” their children or adolescents against the potential harmful or negative effects that might accrue as a result. This article is intended to give parents a little education in this regard, as well as some “dos and don’ts” that they can incorporate into their parenting to assist their teens or children in this sometimes confusing area.
