Understanding Media Psychology, 1st Eidition

Comprehending Media Psychology, 1st Version

1. International Standard Book Number-10

   036751897X
2. International Standard Book Number-13

   978-0367518974Comprehending Media Psychology is an excellent introductory textbook to the emerging domain of media psychology and its significance in society, encapsulating key concepts and theories to provide an overview of subjects within the field.

   Media is ubiquitous in nearly every aspect of contemporary life, and is an area of exploration that can only grow in prominence as the world becomes increasingly interconnected. Penned by a team of proficient authors, this book will aid readers in grasping the frameworks, impacts, and theories surrounding media psychology. Encompassing fundamental areas such as optimistic media psychology, the implications of gaming, aggression, marketing, and erotica, the authors analyze contemporary dialogues regarding propaganda, misinformation, synthetic media, and the ways media has influenced the COVID-19 pandemic. Special attention is also devoted to addressing the interplay between issues of equity and the media, as well as the ramifications media has on both the individuals of marginalized communities and the perceptions of these communities. A conclusive chapter delves into the future direction of the field, and how it will continue to interact with closely interconnected areas of study.

   Incorporating a diverse range of educational features throughout to facilitate teaching and student comprehension, including terminology and essential phrases, discourse queries, and illustrative instances, this is a fundamental asset for media psychology courses at the undergraduate and introductory postgraduate levels worldwide.