The impact of reality TV on mental health is not as negative as some may believe. Not only are these shows entertaining, but they can also provide opportunities for personal growth.

Mockery, dangerous weight loss practices and long-term health impacts — “The Biggest Loser” was a TV phenomenon that shaped ...

Reality shows need pretend villains to go with their make-believe heroes, and Mark jumps into the role with workmanlike abandon that’s vaguely admirable considering he’s the only person ...

For years, the dark sides of reality TV have been unpicked. There have been concerning, in some cases devastating, impacts on the contestants of certain shows, which has rightly prompted change.

This week’s ESSENCE Debates has our editors discussing one of our guiltiest of pleasures— reality tv. ESSENCE Editors Discuss #OscarsSoWhite Controversy and What Should Happen Next (9:55) ...

The Daily Beast has a bonkers piece today alleging that Sumner Redstone, the 87-year-old Viacom chairman, is trying to force MTV to air a reality show about an untalented, unknown girl group ...