This document discusses the effects of mass media, particularly television, on children. It notes that children spend an average of 3 hours per day watching television, where they are exposed to violence and stereotypes. Studies have shown that by age 18, children will have seen over 200,000 violent acts on television. There are three primary negative effects of viewing violent television: 1) children learn aggressive behaviors, 2) children develop exaggerated fears of becoming victims of violence, and 3) children become desensitized to violence. The document also discusses how mass media influences Filipino children's leisure activities and preferences.