With school shootings becoming frequent in our country, we must ask ourselves the question of whether or not the violence produced among children has been influenced by their environment. Could the violence seen in television shows pave the way for these actions? Faced with the multiplication of these situations of violence, we must begin to look into this issue. Television programs should be held moderately responsible for children's violent acts because they promote negative influences. When we think of violence, we automatically imagine guns and knives used to kill people. Although this is part of abuse, it is not the only way an abusive situation can arise. Violence can be any harm caused to a person through physical contact. Besides guns and knives, this can include one's own bare hands or any nearby object. On television we see all kinds of violence happening, whether it's a simple punch or a serial killer who takes pleasure in the violence he causes. Any form of violent situation you can think of has most likely been dramatized in a television series or movie. Television is written to exaggerate storylines and create unrealistic versions of different scenarios. Instead of a decent conversation to resolve a problem, a punch is thrown or a gun is fired. By presenting this type of solution, television encourages violent behavior. Characters in action, crime, or horror shows actively encourage this type of behavior. Although these scenes are necessary to produce a gripping plot, one must be aware of the fact that these scenes are idolized by the wrong audience. Some might say there are too many variables to consider when choosing a child. ...... middle of paper ......tegy, which is heavily promoted on television and in movies. Although mentality and family life are crucial contributors to children's actions, it is wrong to exclude the influence of violent television programs. The thoughts in our minds turn into the words we speak and the actions we imitate. If these thoughts are created by the violent images seen on television, then the words we speak will become hateful and cruel and our actions will cause harm to those around us. This is why television should be held moderately responsible for acts of violence committed by children. They promote negative influences which, in turn, will invade young people, develop children's minds and create adults with immoral actions and emotions in the face of violent situations. Works Cited Johnson, Steven. “Watching TV makes you smarter…” they say/I say. 2nd edition. 2012. Print