Psychology and Media Psychology Coursework Research (Coursework Sample)

Title: Psychology and Media
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Table of Contents TOC \o "1-3" \h \z \u Introduction PAGEREF _Toc11442648 \h 2Psychology and Media PAGEREF _Toc11442649 \h 2Conclusion PAGEREF _Toc11442650 \h 6References PAGEREF _Toc11442651 \h 9
Introduction
In this technologically advanced era, the media have a significant role to play in shaping the attitudes and behaviors of people. People get impacted and influenced by the way the media portrays the data and information. In news concerning several psychological developments and information, media plays a vital role. Different types of psychological disorders, issues, problems, and more are portrayed in the news, magazines, TVs, etc. In fact, movie makers have also taken a keen interest in portraying psychological issues. The media have a far-reaching effect on people all across the globe. However, not every information is ethically and professionally responsible. This essay discusses the role of media in the psychological findings and events.
Psychology and Media
The issue of mental health is quite concerning in public lately. The media takes it upon itself to inform people of any new discoveries, disorders, illness, etc. It is observed that media, in general, presents mental health issues as something negative thus causing stigmatization. However, proper discussions and awareness about the same can help counter this stigma. Health literacy is very important, especially when it is regarding mental health. Stout et. Al (2004) conducted research on the media’s role in the portrayal of information on psychological issues like mental health and he came up with three elements. He states that media have three roles to play- portraying mental illness, the impact of such a portrayal on people, and the way in which media can be used to reduce the negativity in people regarding the same. Furthermore, he states that newspaper is often seen to cover such issues negatively while magazines are moderate and movies and TV programs often negatively portray the mental health issues and the role of professionals (Canady, 2018).