Dartmouth Medical School researchers surveyed more than 2,400 children, grades five through eight, who reported that they’d never drunk alcohol. Within 13 to 26 months between the original survey and a follow up interview, three percent of the youngsters said they’d started drinking.
The children were also asked whether their parents allowed them to watch R-rated movies “sometimes” or “all the time.”
Analysis showed a strong link between viewing R-rated movies and underage drinking. This link remained strong even among children who said their parents frequently set and enforced limits.
“We think seeing the adult content actually changes their personality,” Dartmouth pediatrician James D. Sargent, M.D. says. He noted that PG-13 movies, as well as many TV shows, also frequently portray drinking and other adult situations.
– Source: Dartmouth Medical School, 04/26/10.
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Now more than ever we’re bombarded by darkness in media, movies, and TV. Movieguide® has fought back for almost 40 years, working within Hollywood to propel uplifting and positive content. We’re proud to say we’ve collaborated with some of the top industry players to influence and redeem entertainment for Jesus. Still, the most influential person in Hollywood is you. The viewer.
What you listen to, watch, and read has power. Movieguide® wants to give you the resources to empower the good and the beautiful. But we can’t do it alone. We need your support.
You can make a difference with as little as $7. It takes only a moment. If you can, consider supporting our ministry with a monthly gift. Thank you.
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