Media psychology 101 / Christopher J. Ferguson, PhD.
Ferguson, Christopher J., author.
2016
P94 .F38 2016eb
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Title
Media psychology 101 / Christopher J. Ferguson, PhD.
Author
Ferguson, Christopher J., author.
ISBN
9780826196743 (electronic book)
0826196748 (electronic book)
9780826196736
082619673X
9781785398674
1785398679
Published
New York : Springer Publishing Company, [2016]
Language
English
Description
1 online resource.
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P94 .F38 2016eb
Dewey Decimal Classification
302.2301/9
Summary
The book critically examines research from cognitive, social, developmental, biological, and evolutionary approaches to psychology and addresses the interplay between media consumption and viewer behavior in such realms as advertising, body image, sex, and violence. Distinguished by its examination of research from a scientifically objective position, the book offers students not only current knowledge of media psychology but also the tools to challenge commonly held assumptions from popular advocacy and ideology.
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Includes bibliographical references and index.
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Access restricted to authorized users.
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Series
Psych 101 series.
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Chapter 1: Society and Media Through History
What is Media Psychology?
Media Through History
The Rise of Television
The Filthy Fifteen
The Age of Video Games
References
Chapter 2: Theories and Methods of Media Effects
Hypodermic Needle Models
Media Violence
Body Dissatisfaction
Cultivation Theory
Limited-Effects Theories
Uses and Gratifications Theory
Self-Determination Theory
The Catalyst Model
Moral Panic Theory
Conclusions
References
Chapter 3: Advertising Effects
What is Advertising?

False Advertisements
Subliminal Advertising and Backmasking
Product Placement and Viral Advertisement
Advertising to Children
Regulation of Advertising
Comparing Advertisements to Fictional Media
Conclusions
References
Chapter 4: The Boob Tube: Media and Academic Achievement
The Scope of the Issue
What's the Evidence?
The Baby Einstein Debacle
The American Academy of Pediatrics Policy Statement
Educational Media?
Conclusions
References
Chapter 5: Media Addiction
Media Addiction: Basic Issues
Prevalence
The Chicken or the Egg: Addiction or Underlying Mental Health Issue?

This is Your Brain on the Internet (or Candy Crush, or World of Warcraft, etc.)
Conclusions
References
Chapter 6: Banned Books
A Brief History of Banned Books
Harry Potter: Harmless Fiction or Invitation to Devil Worship?
Edgy Young-Adult Fiction
Do Banned Books Harm Minors?
Conclusions
References
Chapter 7: Media and Body Dissatisfaction
Body Dissatisfaction and Eating Disorders: What they are and How they Differ
Why Would Media Influence Body Dissatisfaction?
What Impact Does Media Actually Have?
What About for Men?
Conclusions
References

Chapter 8: Media and Teen Sexual Behavior
What Do We Mean by "Sexy Media"?
Concerns About Sexy Media
The Impact of Sexy Media on Teen Sexuality
Should Parents Restrict Sexy Media?
References
Chapter 9: Race and the Media; Does the Media Promote Unfair Stereotypes?
Arguments in Support of Media Portrayals as Reflective of Real Differences
Conclusions
References
Chapter 10: Crime in the News
How Does the News Media Frame a Story?
How Accurately Does the News Media Report on Crime?
The Follow-Through Failure Effect
Trial by Media
What Effects Do the News Media Have on Viewers?

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