There are definitely negative effects experienced from kids playing with certain toys. I think that Barbies give little girls superficial standards of success. Violent boys toys nurture their violent tendencies. I do not however feel like this should be restricted by law because it's the parents job to not buy toys like these for their children. I think there is a severe lack of diversity in our toys and magazines also. Growing up as anything other than a white girl with blond hair there is no relating to the way our dolls look. Diversity is something that is starting to emerge more, but we still have a ways to go. There are also some very educational and inspiring toys on the market available for kids that parents should steer towards.
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