AP PSYCHOLOGY

DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY

INFANCY AND CHILDHOOD COGNITIVE DEVELOPMENT

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The more preschool children watch prime-time shows and cartoons, the less time they spend reading and interacting with others.
A
True
B
False
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Kids who spend too much time using media are more likely to be overweight. Health experts have long linked too much screen time to excess weight.

Detailed explanation-2: -Watching a variety of television programs makes children aware of the society they live in and the prevalent standards and norms. Television educates children about various cultures and customs.

Detailed explanation-3: -TV can have a big effect on a child’s life. It can cause many different changes for a person (Boyse). Some of the effects are negative, such as, obesity, bad grades, aggressive behavior, and more (Boyse). Yet, some effects can be positive, such as, educational shows and reading skills (Boyse).

Detailed explanation-4: -Early reading ignites creativity, sparks curiosity, and stimulates the imagination in young children. Often, this leads to role-play as children grow which helps to develop other skills such as empathy, problem-solving, and morality.

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