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Psychology of the Media David Giles

Psychology of the Media By David Giles

Psychology of the Media by David Giles

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From body image to social networking, the media has a huge influence on how we view ourselves and others and this engaging text is ideal for students studying media psychology for the first time. With coverage of media violence, celebrity culture and online behaviour, this is a comprehensive introduction to an important subject.

Psychology of the Media Summary

Psychology of the Media by David Giles

From newspapers to social networking sites, the mass media play a huge role in shaping the way we see ourselves and others.

In this engaging introduction, Giles explores our relationship with the media, looking at the effects of advertising, celebrity worship and media influence on violent behaviour.

Whatever your level of study, this introduction will help you to evaluate the full reach of the media in our lives.

Psychology of the Media Reviews

'Giles covers key topics in an engaging, accessible and straightforward style that will hold readers' attention. Useful glossaries and key studies help to guide students through the different ways of understanding media psychology. - Daniel Heggs, Programme Director, B.Sc (Hons) Psychology, University of Wales Institute

About David Giles

DAVID GILES is Senior Lecturer in Psychology at the University of Winchester, UK. He is author of the textbook Media Psychology (2003) and his research work has generated a great deal of interest in the media, being featured in The Guardian, The Sunday Times and on BBC Radio 4.

Table of Contents



PART I: INTRODUCTION TO MEDIA PSYCHOLOGY.- History of the Mass Media.- Ways of Thinking about Psychology and the Media.- PART II: MEDIA INFLUENCES ON SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR.- Media Influences on Pro and Anti Social Behaviour.- Persuasion and Advertising.- Body Image, Eating Disorders and the Media.- PART III: THE AUDIENCE.- Parasocial Interaction.- Celebrity and Fandom.- Audience Participation Media.- PART IV: THE MEDIATED SOCIAL WORLD.- Framing and the Psychology of News Influence.- Developmental Psychology and the Media.- PART V: NEW MEDIA.- Psychology and the Internet
.- Psychological Issues in New Media.


Additional information

GOR005464446
9780230249868
0230249868
Psychology of the Media by David Giles
David Giles
Macmillan Insights in Psychology series
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
20100820
200
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This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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