Outlet Urges Kiddie Shows To Ramp Up Climate Fear, Fueling Childhood Anxiety
by Linnea Lueken Nov 18, 2024
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A recent article posted at a Jacksonville news affiliate website, “News4Jax,” suggests that kids’ TV shows should push more climate propaganda and environmentalist content in order to “empower” them to act on those issues. [emphasis, links added]
This is just advocating for yet more activist content, of which there is already plenty. Young people are already largely afraid of the future, and this will not help.
The article, “Toddlers And TV: Making Screentime Matter For Children Concerned About Climate Change,” quickly introduces the idea that a majority of kids are scared about their futures because of climate change.
News4Jax writes that a recent survey found “54% of children are fearful about what climate change will mean for their future,” and goes on to say that television shows “can be a powerful tool for fostering environmental awareness.”
https://climatechangedispatch.com/outlet-urges-kiddie-shows-to-ramp-up-climate-fear-fueling-childhood-anxiety/