Connections Between Violent Television Exposure and Adolescent Risk Taking
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This study utilized a survey to assess television viewing and risk-taking behavior in 717 adolescents (age 11–22). Results indicated that, among adolescents, there is a link between exposure to violent television in the form of violent drama, realistic crime shows and contact sports and participation in various forms of risk taking: problem drinking, drinking and driving, delinquency (vandalizing, trespassing, truancy), reckless driving, and drug use. However, the relationship between exposure to various forms of violent television content and risk-taking behavior varies somewhat. Specifically, exposure to realistic crime shows and exposure to contact sports is positively related to risk taking; whereas, exposure to violent drama is negatively related to risk-taking behavior. Predictions are made and findings discussed in terms of problem behavior theory. Implications for health messages targeting adolescents are discussed.
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