Critics Slam MTV's Raunchy Teen Series Skins
Posted on January 22, 2011
Critics say MTV's version of the UK show Skins goes way too far and is harming children who watch it. Parents groups have threatened to boycott advertisers, many of whom are abandoning the show. Taco Bell has pulled out and others are following.
CNN talks to psychologist Dr. Erik Fisher about the show's effects on children and teens. Dr. Fisher says that the show does not respect the individuals on the show, and that fifteen year old teens don't have the judgment and maturity to see a show with these attitudes and beliefs. Take a look:
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