Topic > The importance of music - 1369

The effect that popular music has on the behavior and emotions of children and adolescents is of fundamental importance. Over the years the lyrics have become more explicit in references to drugs, sex and violence, particularly in some genres. An adolescent's preference for certain types of music may be related to or associated with certain behaviors. As with popular music, the perception and impact of music video messages are important, because research has reported that exposure to violence, sexual messages, sexual stereotypes, and the use of substances of abuse in videos musical could produce significant changes in behavior and attitudes. of young viewers. Pediatricians and parents should be aware of this information. Furthermore, with the evidence presented in these studies, it is essential that pediatricians and parents take a stand regarding music