Parents should consider the negative influence celebrities have on children when depicted as role models because of how the children mimic celebrities, get brought down by what they can’t do, and how celebrities don’t take action for not being a true role model.
Children manipulate and mimic a lot of things celebrities do, even if they are bad, so they aren’t able to distinguish the good from the bad. For example, the author states “A diminished emphasis on the actual consequences of wrongdoing confuses children into believing whatever bad things celebrities do are excusable and, thus, should apply to them” (Christina Hamlett). This shows that celebrities do many wrong things, but children don’t see the wrong in whatever they are doing. Their thinking of what is right and wrong is altered. This also shows why the parents should be there to teach their children the right and wrong things, not the celebrities. Additionally, another author states, “Many celebrities don’t make a secret of alcohol or drug abuse and the glamorization of dying due to an overdose in the media might make your child feel that using these substances is acceptable” (Eliza Martinez). This explains that when children find out famous celebrities drink alcohol, they think they can too. It leads them to make the choice that drinking and drugs aren’t a bad thing. It also shows that celebrities alter the way children believe what is good and bad. Since they want to become the celebrity, they believe they
LO 1.2 Describe with examples the importance of all staff consistently and fairly applying boundaries and rules for children and young people’s behaviour in accordance with the policies of the setting.
Describe the policies and procedures of the setting to promoting children and young people’s positive behaviour.
| In this assignment I will be looking to demonstrate my knowledge of three different assessment criteria. Firstly I will be looking to explain the benefits of all staff consistently and fairly applying boundaries and rules for children and young people’s behaviour. I will then look to explain how the application of boundaries and rules for behaviour complies with the policies and procedures of the setting. I will then move onto to explaining the benefits of actively promoting positive aspects of behaviour as well as
During these times, once you turn on your television set you are abruptly notified on yet another absurd act that a celebrity had committed the night before. The media becomes engrossed by the despicable behavior and ravages at it as if it was the final grain of rice. Once they have completed a story that is at the right level of crudeness, they deliver it to the public. The vulgar news reaches households all across the world, and then it soon pollutes the minds of innocent and young children. At a young age, boys and girls commonly compare themselves with reference groups of people who occupy the social role to which they desire. The constant negative and sometimes provocative images that are displayed by celebrities are what define
Teenagers often turn to their favorite celebrities for guidance in their everyday lives. Celebrities have become mainstream role models for teens as their images and lifestyles are normally advertised across television, movies, magazines, and all throughout pop culture. Teens that try to emulate their favorite celebrities may select good or bad role models that can be positive or negative for them (www.child.net). Problems with teens linked to celebrities include teen behaviors resulting in celebrity influence and self esteem and body image issues for teens. Celebrity fashion also plays a role in the behavior of teenagers. It can make a teen look older than he/she really is and can even make them self conscious.
But the past decades a new brand of role models has arisen, celebrity role models. People who have become famous thanks to their music or for example Hollywood. Especially figures in the rap musical genre are trying to be role models for teens and adolescents all around the United States. African American rap role models have become so important in contemporary United States society because many African American adolescents and teens needs, but miss, a role model in their daily life.
One of the most popular teenage entertainers ever is warping the minds of our youth. Appearing on television commercials, MTV videos, many magazine covers, and the radio, Britney Spears is taking control of raising today’s children. Her perfect looks and sexual appeal have mesmerized young viewers. Children and teens strive to be just like her. Although some people allow their children to idolize Britney Spears, I now see that she is an inappropriate role model for her targeted audience of five to thirteen-year-olds.
Watching reality TV shows like Keeping Up With the Kardashians where reality TV stars become famous by just living a luxurious life, teens or even adults might be encouraged that anyone can be famous by going on TV status and just “being themselves”, without any efforts or special talents. As John Humphrys points out, 'we tell kids what matters is being a celebrity and we wonder why some behave the way they do. This can build their desire of fame and to pursue celebrity status while ignoring the importance of education. Hence, reality TV discourages the value of hard work and education (IDEA,
Our program’s philosophy on positive child guidance is to discipline instead of punishing children for accidents or mistakes they make. With the help of our committed staff, we can provide a positive atmosphere that will allow the children to feel loved and accepted to help build their self-esteem. Our program will offer the children with choices, but there will also be reasonable, and developmentally appropriate limits. The educators will model positive behaviours that will teach the children to problem solve and build self-control in a healthy, and safe way.
Coming from the point of view of a teen who is also an avid fan of movies and TV shows, I believe that child stars have it rough. Just think about it. How many child stars that haven’t gone bad have you heard of? Not many, right? Look at Lindsay Lohan, Amanda Bynes, Shia LaBeouf, Macaulay Culkin, and Drew Barrymore. What do they all have in common you ask? Well the answer is that they all either took drugs, drank, and smoked starting from a young age. Drew Barrymore isn’t as bad as she was before, but did you know that she started smoking at the age of 9, drinking at the age of 11, and doing drugs at the age of 13? That’s crazy, right? I would imagine that they feel a lot of pressure as well because the public feels that these child stars have
You have probably heard it before how Disney Channel and Nickelodeon are “ruining my child!” or poisoning their brains! But there is some truth to these statements. It is evident when watching kid’s television shows that there is a stereotypical relationship between the parents and children. If there is any parental guidance at all they are seen as idiotic buffoons and don’t receive any respect from their children. Whereas the children, or more likely teenagers strive to conform and become popular.
Do celebrities make bad role models? I believe they do. Kids see celebrities in the news everyday and mimic what they do, thinking that they should be like them. But that is wrong. Most celebrities don’t know what they are doing in their life because they have a hard time telling reality from fantasy. They are like you and me, but people think that they are more than that. Most magazines and movies have pictures/videos of airbrushed celebrities and when teenager look at these they start believing that looking like how celebrities do is the only way to be popular and loved.
Most people would say that in order to be considered a good role model, you first need to be considered a good person. A good person is typically a person who has empathy for others, tries their best to make good decisions, and follows the law. After reading this description, of what a good person is, celebrities would not typically be the first group of people that would pop into your head because of their bad reputations, but that doesn't mean that all public figures are known for their bad choices. Celebrities should be famous for their talents and skills in some sort of field, or they could just have a great life story and have done great things in their life which inspired people to do the same. After all, everyday people run red lights all the time and no one would ever know, but the moment a celebrity gets one traffic ticket, it will be instantly posted all over every single magazine and news station. Public figures should be considered role models because, many public figures can serve as inspiration to do great things and a great example of what can happen if you make bad decisions.
Role models in the media are also essential for young people. These are idols, actors, athletes, authors, politicians, revolutionaries or any other person who is known because of their fame. Media role models have a high influence over young people because they are often placed on a pedestal, and worshipped like gods. It is important for youth to be wary of negative media role models because they may glamorize truly wrong values. An example of this is seen if we look at Paris Hilton. She lives a fascinating and alluring lifestyle, yet was convicted for driving under the influence of alcohol. Because of her, many other young girls may believe that drinking and driving is okay, or even cool. Role models in the media are important because of the widespread effect they have on youth all over the world.
Kids see celebrities in the news every day and mimic what they do, thinking that they should be like them. But that is wrong. Most celebrities don’t know what they are doing in their life because they have a hard time telling reality from fantasy.