7C - Media and behaviour

Question 1

Media

Answer 1

refers to the forms in which information is communicated and spread throughout society

Question 2

Print media

Answer 2

Refers to media that is displayed in full on a physical surface

Eg. Newspaper, magazine and mail

Question 3

Digital media

Answer 3

Refers to media that is designed to be projected onto a electronic device

Eg. Social media, video games and TV

Question 4

Social connections

Answer 4

The network of people available to someone for support and engagement

Question 5

Positive influence on individuals

Answer 5

Increased ability to access support

Increase social connections that are not limited by physical proximity

Question 6

Negative influence on individuals

Answer 6

Increased pressure to stay connected

Social connections are more numerous, but more shallow leading to feelings of isolation

Social connections may be false as people aren’t who they say they are

Question 7

Positive influence on groups

Answer 7

Increased scope to form communities and mobilise large groups

Question 8

Negative influence on groups

Answer 8

Increased potential conformity, people are more likely to engage in bullying to match the behaviour of others in their social group

Question 9

Social comparisons

Answer 9

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

Question 10

Addictive behaviours

Answer 10

Behaviours that are associated with a dependence upon a particular stimulus, despite negative consequences

Question 11

Consequences of media addiction

Answer 11

• feelings of anxiety
• feelings of depression
• irritability
• isolation
• loss of control
• distancing oneself from the real
  world and family and friends

Question 12

Influence of media on information access

Answer 12

POSITIVE: people can use digital media to access information abut any topic

NEGATIVE: Misinformation can also spread quickly using online platforms