To investigate effects of a television set with internet access servicesand video games on functions of living room in Japanese homeenvironments, we made an intervention experiment, where behaviorsof family members were video-recorded during pre-intervention,intervention, and post intervention periods. The analysis of four families' data showed that the introduction of television facilitated the opportunitiesfor staying in their living rooms. Especially, the fathersand their children became to stay together for more hours. Also videogames played by multiple users enhanced conversation amongthe family members. This study demonstrated some positive aspectsin use of television and video games, and indicated the effectivenessof intervention experiments for evaluating the impacts of the entertainmentmedia.

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