Bess de Guia, respected psychiatry consultant at The Medical City, says, “Instilling undue fear in children can cause damaging psychological scars in the long-term. The problem with Grinch holiday photo shoots & other pranksĭr. RELATED: SHOP OUR SMALL BUSINESS HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE FEATURING BLACK-OWNED BUSINESSESĪbout the most recent of these Grinch photo shoots to go viral, Café Mom says, “ In hindsight, Ales knew that Harlow would have a hilarious reaction to meeting the character.”

“ Hilarious video shows Grinch scare children during holiday photo shoot ,” reads another. “ A Photographer Staged a Grinch-Themed Holiday Photo Shoot, and It Does Not Disappoint ,” reads one headline. Grinch holiday photos have become increasingly popular in recent years and some people think they’re simply hysterical.įIND THE BEST DAYCARES AND PRESCHOOLS NEAR YOU NOW The child is terrified and that moment is captured – shared on social media for laughs and perhaps it even becomes the family holiday card. RELATED: KINDNESS ELVES ARE BETTER THAN ELF ON THE SHELF An unfamiliar green face is scowling, fluffy green hair is covering their body, and long furry fingers are reaching out to the child. Suddenly, they feel movement next to them and as they look to the side, a tall figure is towering over them. The photographer cheerfully says, “SMILE” and the child gives their most dazzling smile. The child is told to sit on a beautifully decorated armchair amongst the trees. They drive to a beautiful nature park and wave to the photographer. Picture this: A parent gently wakes their child and happily announces that today is holiday picture day! They eat a quick breakfast and dress their little one in their very best outfit. Surprise Grinch Holiday Photos: Harmless Fun or Traumatic Prank?

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