The Effects of Media Violence on Attitudes, Emotions, and Cognitions.

Rule, Brendan Gail; Ferguson, Tamara J.

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ERIC Number: EJ355094

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Publication Date: 1986

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The Effects of Media Violence on Attitudes, Emotions, and Cognitions.

Rule, Brendan Gail; Ferguson, Tamara J.

Journal of Social Issues, v42 n3 p29-50 1986

Identifies mediating factors between the viewing of violent media and aggressive behavior. Discusses the role of cognitive and emotional arousal processes, and the interplay among these factors and attitudes toward aggression. Describes the effects of media exposure on arousal, emotional desensitization, and the excitement of the observer's aggressive inclinations. (KH)

Descriptors: Aggression, Attitude Change, Child Development, Children, Emotional Development, Family Environment, Learning Processes, Mass Media Effects, Violence

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Information Analyses; Reports - Descriptive

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Language: English

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