"Sexual Content on Prime-Time Television"

This study focused on sexual content on prim-time television over 3 decades, basically whether or not sexual behaviors during prime-time either decreased or increased over this time frame. Although this study was extremely valid, the notion on sex during prime-time television is something that I have grown use to. Nothing about this article really surprised me except for the tables which depicted the clear decrease of sexuality during prime-time, I didn't notice. But as a frequent television viewer, I guess I have noticed that big stations (i.e FOX, ABC, NBC, etc.) aren't as explicit as cable networks, such as Showtime or HBO. I cannot relate to individuals who are uncomfortable with sexual behaviors during prime-time television, but I can empathize with them. Some people are offended by such things like that on television during that time, for example parents of young/teenage children.

But the question arises of, doesn't sex sell? This ideology that sex on television entices more people to watch is something that has been adopted in modern culture. Sex brings a sense of drama on television and without it watching isn't as exciting. I mean look at most of the reality shows that are on nowadays, even shows that are not focused around relationships or finding love, some how sexual behaviors still come into play. The implication that there has been a decrease of sexual content on prime-time television in the past 3 decades to me is a stretch. I still see it! But this study shows that in deed there has been a decrease and I guess it is for the best for the overall sanctity of modern families. All and all I agree with the article and what the study was trying to achieve. I believe that over sexualizing prime-time television could potentially cause young adults to become sexually active at a younger age and also increase the chances of teen pregnancy, so for that, the decrease is for the best.