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Shalom in the Home

(Rated TV-PG, Reality TV, Where to watch: TLC, Online)

  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 12, age appropriate for kids over 13; suggested age 13.

  • Is it any good?

    4.0

  • Common Sense says

    Dr. Phil in a yarmulke meets Supernanny. Teens OK.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 13 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Rabbi Shmuley promotes positive behavior, taking responsibility for one's actions, self-respect, and loving acts. Families of all ethnicities and arrangements are featured.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    Kids hit each other and sometimes their parents.

  • Sex:

    Teens kiss; discussion of adultery; teen sex.

  • Language:

    Strong language from kids and teens: "bitch," "s--t", and even "f--k" (the big ones are bleeped). But language is only used to illustrate intensity of problems in the household and is infrequent.

  • Consumerism:

    The rabbi's Airstream trailer is featured prominently.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Some shows may discuss use of substances.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Shalom in the Home

Parents need to know that this reality show features families in crisis. Kids are shown acting out against their parents and siblings -- physically and verbally. Strong language, some physical intimacy between teenagers, discussion of violence, sex, and adult relationship problems all crop up. Also, conservative values play a role in the focus of the series.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about their opinions of marriage. What does marriage mean to young people? Do they think they'll get married someday? Do they believe in sex outside of marriage? When is divorce necessary? Is marriage a right for people of all sexual orientations, or an institution reserved only for heterosexual couples? Also, what do families think of Rabbi Shmuley's characterization of men and women? Are women always nurturing and tender? Are men always strong and good leaders?
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