Translation: Teens who see lots of sex on TV are more likely to experience their own teen pregnancy.
What a shocker!
Viacom's very own pregnant teen:
Jamie Lynn Spears is one of the stars of Nickelodeon, which is Viacom's channel for children. She just had her first baby at 16. She's a child giving birth to her own child.
The study's lead author states that:
"Adolescents receive a considerable amount of information about sex through television and that programming typically does not highlight the risks and responsibilities of sex."
The study goes on to say that:
"Our findings suggest that television may play a significant role in the high rates of teenage pregnancy in the United States."
Most important part of the study:
"The findings hold implications for broadcasters, parents, and health care providers."
MTV and Viacom need to realize they are influencers in our society. Right now they are influencing in a negative way. This needs to be stopped.
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