Age Representation In The Media 📲

Question 1

Postman (1982)

Answer 1

Childhood is a modern concept related to the media. The modern idea of childhood is now disappearing as children interact with the media.

Children are being sexualised in the media

Question 2

Osgerby (2002)

Answer 2

Media represents youths as trouble. This contrasts with the 1950s linked to post war hope. It mirrors society

Question 3

Wayne (2007)

Answer 3

The media ignores positive stories about young people and doesn’t interview them

Question 4

Landis (2002)

Answer 4

Identified 8 stereotypes of old people:

1) grumpy old man
2) feisty old woman
3) sick old people
4) mentally deficient
5) depressed and lonely
6) wise
7) busybody
8) second childhood

Question 5

Milner (2012)

Answer 5

Media portrayals of elderly isn’t balanced