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Media portrayals of crime

What can parents do?

  • Stay informed about what your children are watching or reading.
  • Enforce clear rules about the type and amount of media consumed.
  • Watch programs or read reports with children whenever possible. Help them interpret the material they are watching.
  • Reassure children about their safety and security. Discuss how to treat others and share values about the sort of society you support.

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