Agree Disagree - role model for youngsters

6. Successful sports stars and glamorous film stars are a role model for youngsters. Do u support it or not? (Agree/Disagree)

Today’s generation is highly influenced by celebrities in sports and movies. They think of them as their idol. I think it has its pros and cons.

To begin with, following sportsmen motivates the youth to take part in sports. This is good for the individual’s growth as a person physically as well as mentally. For example sports involving teams help to develop social skills, sharing  and communicative skills . It is also a good way of exercise for their body. The individuals interested in movies and cinema tend to take part in stage acts , skits and drama. This helps them lose stage fear and fear of facing public. It develops their confidence.

Nevertheless, although there are benefits there are dire consequences to it too. Many of the sports and movie stars endorse in cigarette and alcohol brands. Adverts of these brands are displayed on media which are perceived  by the  youth as something positive and desirable. Hence, they too indulge in smoking and drinking. There are individuals who are adamant in achieving a similar profession as that of their role models and hence drop out of schools and colleges. This results in the rise in uneducated future citizens of the country. Some individuals who fail in achieving their goals try to commit suicide.

To conclude, I believe that the youth should be smart enough to select their role models. I don’t think that sports and actors prove to be good role models as they have more of a negative influence on young than positive.