deviance midterm 2

Media

The dominant means by which we learn about self, others, and the world.

Digital natives

Individuals born after 2006, who have never lived in a world without social media.

Media addiction

A compulsive use of media that distracts from daily activities and responsibilities.

Desensitization

The process by which exposure to violence lowers emotional responses and increases tolerance towards violent actions.

Framing

The way media depicts certain issues, influencing public perception.

Product placement

A marketing strategy where brands are featured in media content as part of sponsorship.

Cyberdeviance

Deviant acts committed using computer technology.

Hacktivism

The use of hacking as a form of social activism or protest.

Media ownership

The relationship between owners of media outlets and the content they produce.

Consensus deviance

Acts that are widely accepted yet still considered illegal or inappropriate.

Violence in media

The relationship between media portrayals of violence and aggressive behavior in viewers.

Social typing process

The process of labeling media products, which can lead to their classification as deviant.

Consent in sexual acts

The agreement between parties to engage in a sexual act, crucial for determining legality and morality.

Censorship

The suppression of speech, public communication, or other information deemed objectionable.

Economic consequences frame

A way of reporting that highlights the material costs and benefits of issues for various groups.

Human interest frame

A media framing technique that focuses on emotional stories and personal experiences.

Conflict frame

A media framing technique that emphasizes conflict between groups or nations.