Most people never stop to think about the influence television has had on their lives. They take TV for granted; it’s just a normal part of everyday life. Nobody focuses on TV itself; it’s simply a means to an end. It’s a source of news and information, a way to feel connected with the world, and a way to waste time; it’s a passive, uninvolved form of entertainment. Besides consuming time and replacing other leisure activities, TV hardly seems to have much of an impact on the lives of its viewers. However, a deeper look into the lives of modern families reveals a differen