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

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  • 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].

Subjects

Series Statement

  • Child, youth, and family services

Other Editions

  • Big world, small screen: the role of television in American societyUniversity of Nebraska Press1992-01-01

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