America Undercover - Season 4 / Year 1986

Episodes

Year 1986Episode 190 min

The Gift of Life

America Undercover looks at two children who were born with a congenital heart defect known as "truncus arteriosi". It examines how the stresses of chronic illness can transform the lives and attitudes of families. It also visits the children's ward at the Medical Center of the University of California at San Francisco.

Jan 12, 1986

Year 1986Episode 290 min

Kids in Crisis

American Undercover looks at the escalating number of teenagers who are hospitalized for psychiatric treatment.

Mar 13, 1986

Year 1986Episode 390 min

And the Pursuit of Happiness

Jul 4, 1986

Year 1986Episode 490 min

Kids in Sports: The Price of Glory

America Undercover looks at children who compete for athletic fortune and fame. It interviews young athletes and he parents and coaches that push them forward. It looks at how children must sacrifice some of the joys of childhood in order to endure the rigors of serious athletic training.

Sep 10, 1986

Year 1986Episode 590 min

Surveillance: No Place to Hide

America Undercover examines the growing problem of electronic surveillance in the world and argues that it is threat to people's privacy. It looks at the growing use of electronic monitoring by law enforcement, government, private citizens, and even criminals.

Nov 4, 1986