Media negativity in our society?
How mass Media Influence works
Whether is X-factor or Eastenders non of these programs are going to aid us to live a better life. They are programs that are designed to keep you deprived of the REALITIES of LIFE. The only program we have is LIFE. So read on and see who is behind what you are watching.
Of all the media distribution channels the most influential has been the television, we are constantly exposed to thousands of images of violence, advertising, sex, celebrities and much more, in fact a its known that a child is exposed to about 40,000 ads a year.
But who owns the media, which are the companies or people that shape our values, beliefs and decisions? The media is basically dominated by five major companies they are:
Time Warner VIACOM Vivendi Universal Walt Disney News Corp
Those 5 companies own 95% of all the media that we get every day. They own the major entertainment theme parks, entertainment movie studios, television and radio broadcast networks and programing, video news and sports entertainment.
They also own integrated telecommunications, wireless phones, video games softwares, electronic media, the music industry and more.
Years ago there was more diversity in companies, but they have merged so now they are just a few and they have the power to shape the opinion and beliefs of us and our kids. So its important to be aware of what your kids are exposed to every day and you should also try to look at things from different perspectives and not just from the one the media gives you.
So true but how do we balance work commitments with the growing needs and guidance from those you look after. As parents/guardians we can also be accused of turning on the ‘magic box’ to keep the young entertained whilst we prepare their meal, continue with work commitments etc.
I dont see where the middle ground is because I believe the media itself is not the enemy, although it does a great job of acting like it.
How do we live outside of media portrayal of society?
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