Does the media contribute to violence against women?

New means of entertainment have invaded. Indian society in recant years as a result of novel and powerful developments in the field of science and technology, posing a threat to the status enjoyed by cinema as an effective and affordable means of entertainment for millions of people in. India. read more

If we apply this definition to the way women are presently being depicted in the media — in movies, television shows, cartoons, music videos, and even comic books — it is clear that women are presented as half-human and objectified. read more

So yes, the media has contributed a lot to violence against women. However my shock at this movie says something as well. I don't see this kind of thing in the media and I'm not used to it. That tells me that the media has changed. That doesn't mean I don't have issues with a lot of other things the media does, but we've come a long way. read more

And attitude changes that contribute to acceptance of violence against women may increase the likelihood that individuals nay commit aggressive acts. Media messages can also affect the social climate that could influence behavior. That doesn't mean these individuals are ever going to commit a rape. read more