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Saudi Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences (SJHSS)
Volume-6 | Issue-09 | 313-318
Original Research Article
Media Exposure on Body Image and Sensation Seeking among Adolescents
Mamatha K, K. Nrethya Ayappa
Published : Sept. 11, 2021
DOI : 10.36348/sjhss.2021.v06i09.002
Abstract
Media today has become a powerful tool in dispersing information to the masses. It has had positive impact on society in many ways, however; there have been many voices in society criticizing media and its negative influence specifically on adolescents. With Information being readily accessible at a click of button, at finger tips the pervasiveness of screens and their prominence in everyday life has drawn criticism and concerns. The present study focused on understanding the exposure of media on variables like body image and sensation seeking among adolescents. Qualitative research design was used for the present study. Perception of media exposure was taken from the adolescents through interview technique. The responses were analyzed using thematic and content analysis. Four major themes were developed. Thematic analysis shows that body image has become a major concern for the present generation. Sensation seeking has become a choice for the present generation. Adolescents expose themselves to risky situations or take risks for the pleasure. This attitude has been supported by media through programs, which are very adventurous in nature. Media has a greater effect on interpersonal relationships. Samples have identified the positive and the negative effect of media exposure. The study shows that, media has both positive and negative effect of media on adolescents.
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