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Routledge Connecting Social Problems and Popular Culture 2nd Ed

Name: Routledge Connecting Social Problems and Popular Culture 2nd Ed
Brand: Routledge
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Is popular culture truly the cause of modern social issues? In this second edition of Connecting Social Problems and Popular Culture, Karen Sternheimer challenges the common idea that media is the primary driver of societal problems. Instead of accepting headlines that blame video games for violence or reality television for behavioral changes, this book examines the actual roots of the concerns we face today. This text moves past the easy scapegoating of media and looks at the deeper causes behind social issues like cyber-bullying and suicide rates. It provides a sobering look at how society reacts to media influence versus the real-world factors at play. For students and readers interested in sociology and social sciences, this book offers a necessary perspective on the relationship between what we watch and the world we live in. By looking beyond the news-grabbing headlines, you can gain a better understanding of the complexities within our modern social landscape.

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Second edition updated to provide a deeper look into the relationship between media and society.

Analyzes common misconceptions regarding how popular culture influences social issues like violence and behavior.

Moves beyond simple headlines to examine the real causes of the social problems people care about most.

Provides a sociological perspective on how media is often used as a scapegoat for complex societal trends.

Offers a sobering look at the actual drivers of issues such as cyber-bullying and teen behavior.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0367097621
Category: Books > Subjects > Biography > Medical, Legal & Social Sciences
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 13 June 2019
Listed Since: 26 July 2019

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