Originally posted by: Xavier434
Originally posted by: j@cko
Now, do you think this is a part of the reasons that today's youth is so much more violent and outspoke...?
Not even in the slightest. People should be responsible enough to be able to decipher the differences between fiction and reality and apply that knowledge to their daily lives including teenagers and children. This is especially true when the fact that something is fictional is obvious. No one tries to hide the fact that a movie is a movie and that a video game is a video game. You can't get more obvious than that no matter real it may look on the big screen.
Heck, I have a 4 year old who has been exposed to different forms of fictional violence which is quite taboo. Granted, I am not talking about Hitman or GTA here but it's still violence and he is very young. His mother and I simply taught him that what he is seeing is not real and not acceptable in real life. He has responded very well to our teachings. I expect nothing less from him in the future. If my 4 year old can do it then everyone can do it.
Now, would I expect my 4 year old to behave differently if he were exposed to such things without our guidance? I'd say it is possible, but not guaranteed at all. In short, if people want to blame something for violence, blame the child's parents. I know that is cliche, but it makes all difference. Believe me.