Big world, small screen
the role of television in American society
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Author
Contributions
- Huston, Aletha C. - Contributor
Publication
1992 - University of Nebraska Press, Lincoln, Nebraska
Language
English
Word Count
48,750 words, Guess
Page Count
195 pages
Identifiers
- Open LibraryOL1535547M
- ISBN-100803223579
- OCLC Control Number23462823
- OCLC Control Numberbigworldsmallscr0000unse
- Library of Congress Control Number91013520
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- Goodreads3457524
- LibraryThing2259816
Classifications
- DDC306.85/0973
- LCCHQ520 .B54 1992
Description
Illustrates the power of television in stereotyping the elderly, ethnic groups, gays and lesbians, and the institutionalized and, thus, in contributing to the self-image of many viewers. Considers how television affects social interaction, intellectual functioning, emotional developmentg, and attitudes (toward family life, sexuality, and mental and physical health, for example). [back cover].
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Series Statement
- Child, youth, and family services
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