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from their kids, reality TV seems like a good enough option to get instant fame and
recognition.

While instant fame and talent recognition at such a young age may seem quite
attractive, it is not all sunshine and happy news. Time and again, there has been a
debate on whether reality TV shows are good for kids or not and there have been
researches that have shown negative effects of reality TV on kids.

Negative effects of reality TV on kids:

While it may seem like a good idea for kids to showcase their talent at such a young
age, they may not be aware of whether this is the path that they want to choose when
they grow up. But as they are good at it, parents somehow believe that this could be
their destiny. Once this talent is validated by fame, it starts looking like the right
choice as a career and the kids lose the chance to experiment other things and
explore other options.

Reality TV exposes children to a highly competitive and demanding environment.
They feel the pressure of delivering and winning at a very young age. While healthy
competition is good for kids in order to motivate them and instill qualities of
determination and achievement, unhealthy competition may put them under
unnecessary pressure and stress. Putting them under this kind of pressure may not
be good for their mental health.

There is a different side of reality TV shows other than winning. Experiencing
rejection and failure at a national level can cause kids to question their capabilities
and lead to disappointment, low self-confidence and low self-esteem. This memory
of rejection as a child may stay with them throughout their lives and scar their
childhood.

Children in reality TV shows are wrenched away from all normal childhood activities
and are made to spend hours in front of the camera shooting. This is no less than
child labor.

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