B11

Television viewing has always been the main leisure activity for American teenagers. According to the findings of a Nielsen study, US teens spend more time watching television than on the computer.

FIND

B12

The study found that teenagers were more engaged than popularly believed with traditional media such as live television, radio and newspapers.

POPULAR

B13

The amount of television watched by the typical American teenager has increased by six percent over the past five years, which is rather alarming.

TYPE

B14

Television is a passive ‘non-activity’, which often detracts from interpersonal and community-oriented activities.

 PERSONAL

B15

Time in front of the television cuts into family time and is a leading cause of obesity in both adults and children.

OBESE

B16

Excessive TV use leads to a more sedentary lifestyle which is unhealthy for all of us, both mentally and physically.

HEALTH