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Internet Use Involves both Pros and Cons for Children and Adolescents, According To Special Issue of Developmental Psychology
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Violent Music Lyrics Increase Aggressive Thoughts and Feelings, According to New Study
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Childhood Exposure to Media Violence Predicts Young Adult Aggressive Behavior, According To a New 15-Year Study
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Televised Sex Impairs Memory for TV Ads Just Like Violence Does, According to a New Study
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Students Need Strong Multimedia Comprehension Skills to Succeed in Web-Based Courses
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TV violence harms children, APA member testifies to Congress
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Government task force to examine impact of media, advertising on children
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Mind over media
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