Tag: media representation

November 21, 2025 / mohammed looti

Disability Media Representation: Attitudes & Perceptions

Defining the Scope and Historical Context Attitudes toward the media representation of people with disabilities are complex constructs, deeply rooted in historical societal perceptions and evolving media landscapes. For centuries, disability was often framed through lenses of pity, tragedy, or villainy, tropes that significantly influenced public opinion and policy. The media, acting as both a […]

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November 28, 2025 / mohammed looti

Suicide Images: Attitudes, Impact & Safe Reporting

Introduction: Defining the Scope and Sensitivity The study of attitudes toward the dissemination and viewing of images related to suicide represents a critical intersection of psychology, media ethics, and public health. Suicide imagery, broadly defined to include photographs, videos, and highly graphic textual descriptions of suicidal acts or their aftermath, elicits immediate and profound emotional […]

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