a monitor adapted for mounting in an automobile headrest is provided . a screen structure of the monitor is pivotable about an upper edge thereof , such that the monitor occupies little volume within the headrest . a viewing angle of the screen structure is independently adjustable by a viewer , such that the viewer can continuously select the optimum viewing angle with changing conditions inside the automobile . the screen structure automatically retracts into a housing when struck . thus , the monitor poses little risk of injury to passengers . the housing of the monitor is attachable to the headrest with screws , which provides a very sturdy connection and reduces the chances of the housing becoming detached from the headrest during a vehicle collision . the hinged connection between the screen structure and the housing is preferably constructed of interconnected components made from sturdy materials , such as metals . hinge components are optionally secured with metal fastening members and fastening apertures made of metal and strong plastics . the hinges are thus unlikely to break during a vehicle collision .