7C media and behaviour

Question 1

media

Answer 1

forms in which information is communicated and spread throughout society

Question 2

social connections

Answer 2

network of people available to someone for support and engagement

• RISE IN TECH = rise in social connection and expansion

Question 3

positive influences of social connections

Answer 3

• increase ability to access support
• increased social interaction

group
- formation of virtual communities
mobalisation of large groups

Question 4

negative influences of social connections

Answer 4

• increased pressure to stay connected and respond in real time
• ==== social fatigue
• more in number, lower in depth
• feelings of isolation
• deception of social connections (unsafe)

Group
- promotion of violence in various platforms
- spread misinformation
- cyber bullying
- body image issues

Question 5

Social comparison

Answer 5

a proposal that humans measure their self-worth in relation to the people around them, playing a significant role in MENTAL WELLBEING

Question 6

positive influences of social comparison

Answer 6

aspirational role models
– motivate to achieve goals
positive social comparisons with relatable characters

GROUP
help develop sense of unity

Question 7

negative influences of social comparison

Answer 7

• media portrays unrealistic standards
• negative for those that do not conform to these standards
• show case best moments = skewed representation of reality
• highlight reels

GROUP
- more competition and rivalry
- engage in risky behaviors to gain acceptance

Question 8

Addictive behaviours

Answer 8

behaviors that are associated with a dependence upon a particular stimulus, despite negative consequences
- substance abuse, alcohol, screens, gaming, internet, shopping, exercise, food, pornography

Question 9

Information access

Answer 9

How easily information can be access by different people