ITA 212125120 LAU SHUK HAN BENResearch paper – Final draftInfluences of television on adolescentsTelevision is part of the mass media. It has the characteristics of serving the majority of the population and is a combination of video, audio and text. People, no matter whether old or young, relied on it to gain knowledge. Ever since TV was invented, it has been used by governments to promote their policies or propaganda. This is clear evidence that shows that TV is an important tool in people's lives. Therefore, the way people act and speak are greatly influenced by television. When people rely too much on television, it is inevitable that they will suffer its harmful effects. There is a strong relationship between teenagers and television because they watch a lot of TV. By watching television often, their worldview and value accumulate. In other words, television educates young people. However, in the situation where mass media is increasingly commercialized, ethics in the sector are often overlooked. Messages of violence, salacity and incorrect values ​​directly influence the values ​​and thoughts of adolescents. Television influences adolescents in three dimensions: purchasing behavior, physical health and psychological health. This article is written for the following purposes: Firstly, it aims to understand the impact on young people's television programs and advertisements. Secondly, it aims to study the status of young people who watch television programs. The research question for the paper is: “What are the impacts young people have on watching TV?”. Impact solutions will also be discussed below.1. Influences1.1 Purchasing BehaviorA key effect of television watching by adolescents is their reach... center of paper... closely related to adolescents. From the above analysis, we can clearly see that television influences adolescents in three dimensions: purchasing behavior, physical health and psychological health. Teenagers are very easily attracted by advertising, they tend to buy products that have been shown on TV. When it rains, it really pours. Watching TV can also lead to physical and psychological health. The problems seem serious, but they can be solved by several parties. Broadcast media professionals, parents and schools are crucial groups for these issues. However, some have given advice on the problems. It is suggested that television media professionals can consider their social responsibility when producing programs or commercials. Also, parents can discuss the issue with teenagers and instill in them the correct way to watch TV. Government can give some association to teenagers.