You know, is reading really a superior choice than watching television? It’s a topic that gets everyone talking, from academics to parents to regular folks. With all these online streaming platforms and electronic books popping up, choosing between reading and watching television feels more important than ever. So, let’s dive into this subject matter and see if reading has something that makes it superior than watching television.
1. Cognitive Benefits of Reading
1. Cognitive Benefits of Reading
The main reason people say reading’s superior than television is all the good stuff it does for your brain. A research in the Journal of Education Psychology indicated reading activates your mind functioning more than watching television does.
For instance reading promotes contemplation and exercise your imagination, whereas watching television involves simply observing and passive viewing. And it improves your vocabulary, enhances your comprehension of the text, and engages critical thinking. I entered into an agreement with myself to engage in daily reading, and it really enhanced my thought process.
2. Depth of Information
Reading gives you a better understanding of a topic than just watching television. The University of California system, Irvine campus did a research indicated reading promotes contemplation harder and improves your memory.
When you read a book, you are able to revisit sections you enjoy, take notes, and immerse yourself in the intricacies. But with television programs, they typically progress at a rapid pace and do not encourage extensive contemplation about what’s happening. I discovered about this upon reading a book about history and subsequently viewed the film that was derived from it. The book provided me a more profound, a more comprehensive examination at the events that transpired.
3. Emotional Impact
Reading truly evokes emotions within you and connect with characters. A study in the Journal of Research in Personality said readers feel increased emotional connection with book characters than people who view TV series.
That’s because reading lets you picture things how you want to, creating a more individualized experience. I experienced this when I read a book about a family going through a tough time. The characters’ emotions profoundly affected me, and I began reflecting on my own life.
4. Cost-Effectiveness
Reading is significantly less expensive than watching TV. According to the American Library Association the average cost of a book is approximately $28, but the cost of a streaming service ranges from $10 to $15 per month.
So, reading offers more value for your spending. Throughout the years, I’ve accumulated a substantial library of books by acquiring them secondhand or borrowing from libraries, which is more economical than subscribing to multiple streaming services.
5. Time Management
Reading can really assist you in improving time management. A research from the Journal of Educational Technology