Book Quote by John Irving
“It's magical thinking to imagine that the reason unspeakable things are being perpetrated by younger and younger people is that they've fallen under the influence of seductive, lascivious, prurient, and violent material in books, films, television. A great deal of this type of censorship has to do with absolving parents of responsibility - parents who just plop their kids in front of the television and leave them there hour upon hour.”
About This Quote
It argues that blaming media for youth violence oversimplifies responsibility and shifts blame from parents.
In simple terms: Blaming media ignores parental role.
Key Takeaway
Encourage parental engagement.
Themes
responsibility
media influence
parenting
Mood
critical
concerned
Type
analytical
advocacy
When to use this quote
- family discussions
- media literacy
- policy debate
- education programs
Key Concepts
social psychology
media studies
Questions to Reflect On
- How can parents balance media oversight?
- What other factors contribute to youth behavior?
A Different Perspective
Parents also shape media exposure and values.
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