Media Messages – Do They Help or Hinder Development? Many theorists believe that the acquisition of emotional intelligence and moral thinking and/or behaviors are heavily influenced by media portrayals of “appropriate” behaviors. Prior to your participation in this week’s discussion, watch an episode of a TV show or movie that is aimed at children in late childhood or adolescence. You can access full episodes from the Nickelodeon network athttp://www.nick.com/videos/all-videos/?tab＝all-full-episodes You can also view many shows via YouTube and social media forums, Netflix, Hulu and cable tv. After viewing your media of choice and reading pages 495-496 in your text answer the following questions: *What did you watch? *What emotional or moral issues were presented? *How did the characters respond? Where the responses and/or consequences realistic?
