Spongebob bad for kids?

http://thechart.blogs.cnn.com/2011/09/12/study-some-cartoons-are-bad-for-childrens-brains/

Wade,Leslie."Study:Some cartoons are bad for childrens brains." CNN.com. CNNblogs, 21.Sept.2011.Web.22.Sept.2011.


Recent studies have shown the effect on television on children is causing lack in concentration and focus, according to Leslie Wade's blog on CNN.com. A study going on at the University of Virginia showed 60 4-year olds watching a fast paced, 9 minute cartoon faired much worse on a thinking test then children watching a slow-paced show. Turns out the cartoon they watched was SpongeBob SquarePants. Viacom International owned by Nickelodeon which produces this TV show stated that more research needs to be done while saying that this cartoon is focused on the age group of 6 to 11 year olds, not 4-year olds. Many believe that TV is not a problem with children and their development as others do believe so. Wade's intent was to make a point about this issue going on with statics and opinions to get parents and others to really consider if this is something they need to look into. With evidence and supports Wade remains neutral, although stating others peoples fallacies and biases. Overall, Wade uses great detail to bring forward a truly controversial topic. I feel that this is a good topic for others and I. This would be easy to do more research and find more views on this subject. The only downfall is I think this topic maybe better suited for the older generation and parents.