Who hasn't watched a reality TV show as a child and thought that what was happening was reality? When we don't have access to information, we can't know that the program went through revisions, edits, and changes before airing on TV. Understanding these factors leads us to the second question: Should we really watch this type of program? In the end, the choice is up to each person, knowing that the program is more entertainment than reality.
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Reality TV Shows are Entertainment!
Reality TV shows generally aim to entertain the audience. Therefore, it doesn't make sense to discuss the issue of them being banned, since their lack of realistic portrayal is expected of these programs. Ultimately, reality TV shows, despite their attempts to portray people's lives in various situations, have a predetermined script, edited to remove parts and leave only what they want you to see, and it's quite possible they influence the presented situations.
I believe the only change that could be implemented in these programs would be some kind of reminder at the beginning and end, informing viewers that the presented situations were edited, took place in a controlled environment, or not. This way, people who might think the situation is real will be informed that it isn't and won't try to copy it or believe it was all real. In this way, the program can be presented to a larger audience without major problems.
The choice of what to watch is YOURS!
The real question shouldn't be whether to ban them or not, but whether to watch them or not? Reality shows, most of the time, don't reflect real-life situations, so if someone is watching them looking to learn something new, or aims to improve their life, well, know that this isn't going to happen.
For everyone, regardless of region, nationality, or ethnicity, the day will always have 24 hours, 1440 minutes, or 86,400 seconds. Furthermore, we all have a limited time in this life that varies from country to country, but not so much from the life expectancy of your region. Therefore, just like in the movie Matrix, where Neo is offered the choice between the blue pill or the red pill, the choice of what you watch is YOURS!
If you're looking for quick entertainment to pass the time, reality shows can be useful. However, know that every choice implies a renunciation; that is, do you really want to spend your limited time watching a reality show that portrays life in a "false" way? Always ask yourself if that's what you would really like to be doing, because if you enjoy other types of entertainment more, invest your time in what will satisfy you most.
Beyond the entertainment aspect, since these programs add almost nothing to people's lives, another option is to dedicate your time to some extra-income activity, write an article, think about a new project, or pursue a new hobby. Just be careful with extremes, because we all need rest time to recover.
