Media Impact on Violent Behavior

Note: Please look through resources very carefully. This is a controversial issue so some sources may have bias.Check carefully for the expertise or background of the writer or contributor.

Online Sources

  1. Free Expression Policy Project
  2. Info on court cases critical of media violence research
  3. Youth Violence: A Report of the Surgeon General
  4. Entertainment Software Industry's info on video game effects
  5. Anderson, C. A.; Berkowitz, L.; Donnerstein, E.; Huesmann, L. R.; Johnson, J. D.; Linz, D.; Malamuth, N. M.; Wartella, E. (2003). "The influence of media violence on youth". Psychological Science in the Public Interest4 (3): 81. doi:10.1111/j.1529-1006.2003.pspi_1433.x.edit
  6. Media Violence Commission (2012), Report of the Media Violence Commission (2012), International Society for Research on Aggression
  7. Beresin, Eugene. violence_on_children_and_adolescents_opportunities_for_clinical_interventions "The Impact of Media Violence on Children and Adolescents: Opportunities for Clinical Interventions". American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. violence_on_children_and_adolescents_opportunities_for_clinical_interventions.
  8. David Gauntlett (2005), Moving Experiences, second edition: Media Effects and Beyond, London: John Libbey
  9. Bushman, Rothstein, & Anderson (2010), Much Ado About Something: Violent Video Game Effects and a School of Red Herring: Reply to Ferguson and Kilburn (2010), American Psychological Association
  10. American Psychological Society
  11. Department of Health And Human Services
  12. Fanti, Kostas (2009). "Desensitization To Media Violence Over A Short Period of Time". Aggressive Behavior35: 179–187. Retrieved 11/07/12.
  13. A New Approach to Covering Crime - Explores how newspapers can more effectively address the issue of violence. From the Nieman Foundation.
  14. Children and TV Violence - Reviews studies on the effect of TV violence on children.
  15. Essay on Media Violence - Includes articles on media violence and video games.
  16. Facts About Media Violence and Effects on the American Family - Research data tracking television viewing habits and behavior patterns, population/homicide rate data, cartoon violence, video games, internet, music, lyrics and potential adverse effects of excessive exposure to media.
  17. Marketing Violent Entertainment to Children - Federal Trade Commission report regarding the marketing of violent materials to children by the industries of motion picture, recording, and electronic games.
  18. National Institute on Media and the Family - Offers a number of resources including movie, television and video game content ratings, media awareness programs and helpful hints for parents to evaluate their media use.
  19. TV News and the Culture of Violence - Examines the role television news plays in an increasingly violent society. From Rocky Mountain Media Watch.
  20. The Hidden Hand of Violence {Freedom Magazine} - The divergent scenes in society's seemingly random patchwork quilt of senseless youth violence contain a common thread.
  21. The Lion and Lamb Project - National grassroots initiative providing information about the effects of violent entertainment, toys and games on children's behavior.
  22. Violence In The Media (Community Learning Network) - This CLN menu page provides links to Media Studies curricular resources and instructional materials (lesson plans) in the specific topic of violence in the media
  23. Violence, Public Health, and the Media - Topics: The Problem of Violence, Media and the Social Agenda, From Public Opinion to Public Judgment, Understanding the Problem, The Search for Solutions, The Media as Part of the Solution, Conclusion, and Endnotes. Source: Margaret Gerteis,Annenberg Washington Program
  24. Violent Media is Good for Kids - Author Gerard Jones argues that violence in video games and other media give children a tool to master their rage. (June 28, 2000)

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Academic Search Premiere Articles

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  1. Robert Smither, et al. "Predicting Violence: A Cross-National Study Of United States And Mexican Young Adults." Journal Of Social & Clinical Psychology 32.1 (2013): 54-70. Academic Search Premier. Web. 15 Mar. 2013.
  2. Gentile, Douglas A., Lindsay C. Mathieson, and Nicki R. Crick. "Media Violence Associations With The Form And Function Of Aggression Among Elementary School Children." Social Development 20.2 (2011): 213-232. Academic Search Premier. Web. 15 Mar. 2013.
  3. Weaver, Andrew J. "A Meta-Analytical Review Of Selective Exposure To And The Enjoyment Of Media Violence." Journal Of Broadcasting & Electronic Media 55.2 (2011): 232-250. Academic Search Premier. Web. 15 Mar. 2013.
  4. Timmer, Joel. "Restricting Portrayals Of Film Violence To Reduce The Likelihood Of Negative Effects In Viewers: Did The Framers Of The Motion Picture Production Code Get It Right?." Journal Of Popular Film & Television 39.1 (2011): 29-36. Academic Search Premier. Web. 15 Mar. 2013.
  5. Phillips, Helen. "Mind-Altering Media. (Cover Story)." New Scientist 194.2600 (2007): 33-37. Academic Search Premier. Web. 15 Mar. 2013.
  6. NICHOLAS WHITE, et al. "Under The Gun." Entertainment Weekly 1246 (2013): 34. Academic Search Premier. Web. 15 Mar. 2013.
  7. Gentile, Douglas A., Sarah Coyne, and David A. Walsh. "Media Violence, Physical Aggression, And Relational Aggression In School Age Children: A Short-Term Longitudinal Study." Aggressive Behavior 37.2 (2011): 193-206. Academic Search Premier. Web. 15 Mar. 2013.
  8. JulianeFelber, et al. "Repression Versus Sensitization In Response To Media Violence As Predictors Of Cognitive Avoidance And Vigilance." Journal Of Personality 79.1 (2011): 165-190. Academic Search Premier. Web. 15 Mar. 2013.
  9. Herd, Denise. "Changing Images Of Violence In Rap Music Lyrics: 1979–1997." Journal Of Public Health Policy 30.4 (2009): 395-406. Academic Search Premier. Web. 15 Mar. 2013.
  10. Kahlor, LeeAnn, and Matthew S. Eastin. "Television's Role In The Culture Of Violence Toward Women: A Study Of Television Viewing And The Cultivation Of Rape Myth Acceptance In The United States." Journal Of Broadcasting & Electronic Media 55.2 (2011): 215-231. Academic Search Premier. Web. 15 Mar. 2013.
  11. Ellen Wartella, et al. "The Influence Of Media Violence On Youth." Psychological Science In The Public Interest (Wiley-Blackwell) 4.3 (2003): 81-110. Academic Search Premier. Web. 15 Mar. 2013.
  12. Joseph A. Olsen, et al. "Media Depictions Of Physical And Relational Aggression: Connections With Aggression In Young Adults' Romantic Relationships." Aggressive Behavior 37.1 (2011): 56-62. Academic Search Premier. Web. 15 Mar. 2013.
  13. Marios N. Avraamides, et al. "Desensitization To Media Violence Over A Short Period Of Time." Aggressive Behavior 35.2 (2009): 179-187. Academic Search Premier. Web. 15 Mar. 2013.
  14. Kotrla, Bowie. "Sex And Violence: Is Exposure To Media Content Harmful To Children?." Children & Libraries: The Journal Of The Association For Library Service To Children 5.2 (2007): 50-52. Academic Search Premier. Web. 15 Mar. 2013.
  15. Erwin, Elizabeth, and Naomi Morton. "Exposure To Media Violence And Young Children With And Without Disabilities: Powerful Opportunities For Family-Professional Partnerships." Early Childhood Education Journal 36.2 (2008): 105-112. Academic Search Premier. Web. 15 Mar. 2013.
  16. Douglas A. Gentile, et al. "'Frenemies, Fraitors, And Mean-Em-Aitors': Priming Effects Of Viewing Physical And Relational Aggression In The Media On Women." Aggressive Behavior 38.2 (2012): 141-149. Academic Search Premier. Web. 15 Mar. 2013.
  17. MEADOW, ROBERT G. "Political Violence And The Media." Marquette Law Review 93.1 (2009): 231-240. Academic Search Premier. Web. 15 Mar. 2013.
  18. Joseph T. Lurito, et al. "Media Violence Exposure In Aggressive And Control Adolescents: Differences In Self- And Parent-Reported Exposure To Violence On Television And In Video Games." Aggressive Behavior 31.3 (2005): 201-216. Academic Search Premier. Web. 15 Mar. 2013.
  19. Carnagey, Nicholas L., Craig A. Anderson, and Bruce D. Bartholow. "Media Violence And Social Neuroscience: New Questions And New Opportunities." Current Directions In Psychological Science (Wiley-Blackwell) 16.4 (2007): 178-182. Academic Search Premier. Web. 15 Mar. 2013.
  20. Li Tie-Qiang, et al. "Media Violence Exposure And Executive Functioning In Aggressive And Control Adolescents." Journal Of Clinical Psychology 61.6 (2005): 725-737. Academic Search Premier. Web. 15 Mar. 2013.
  21. Bruin, Boudewijn. "Media Violence And Freedom Of Speech: How To Use Empirical Data." Ethical Theory & Moral Practice 11.5 (2008): 493-505. Academic Search Premier. Web. 15 Mar. 2013.
  22. Perry, Barbara, and Michael Sutton. "Seeing Red Over Black And White: Popular And Media Representations Of Inter-Racial Relationships As Precursors To Racial Violence." Canadian Journal Of Criminology & Criminal Justice 48.6 (2006): 887-904. Academic Search Premier. Web. 15 Mar. 2013.
  23. BURGESS, STEPHEN R., STEVEN PAUL STERMER, and MELINDA C.R. BURGESS. "Video Game Playing And Academic Performance In College Students." College Student Journal 46.2 (2012): 376-387. Academic Search Premier. Web. 15 Mar. 2013.
  24. Brady, Sonya S. "Young Adults' Media Use And Attitudes Toward Interpersonal And Institutional Forms Of Aggression." Aggressive Behavior 33.6 (2007): 519-525. Academic Search Premier. Web. 15 Mar. 2013.
  25. Seltzer, Mark. "Murder/Media/Modernity." Canadian Review Of American Studies 38.1 (2008): 11-41. Academic Search Premier. Web. 15 Mar. 2013.
  26. Christian Pfeiffer, et al. "Media Use And School Achievement--Boys At Risk?." British Journal Of Developmental Psychology 28.3 (2010): 699-725. Academic Search Premier. Web. 15 Mar. 2013.
  27. Weaver, Andrew J., and Matthew J. Kobach. "The Relationship Between Selective Exposure And The Enjoyment Of Television Violence." Aggressive Behavior 38.2 (2012): 175-184. Academic Search Premier. Web. 15 Mar. 2013.
  28. Vidal, Miguel Ángel, Miguel Clemente, and Pablo Espinosa. "Types Of Media Violence And Degree Of Acceptance In Under-18S." Aggressive Behavior 29.5 (2003): 381-392. Academic Search Premier. Web. 15 Mar. 2013.
  29. Malla R. Rao, et al. "Children's Violent Television Viewing: Are Parents Monitoring?." Pediatrics 114.1 (2004): 94-99. Academic Search Premier. Web. 15 Mar. 2013.
  30. W. James Potter, et al. "Judging The Degree Of Violence In Media Portrayals: A Cross-Genre Comparison." Journal Of Broadcasting & Electronic Media 50.2 (2006): 270-286. Academic Search Premier. Web. 15 Mar. 2013.
  31. Browne, Kevin D., and Catherine Hamilton-Giachritsis. "The Influence Of Violent Media On Children And Adolescents: A Public-Health Approach." Lancet 365.9460 (2005): 702-710. Academic Search Premier. Web. 15 Mar. 2013.
  32. Bushman, Brad J., and Craig A. Anderson. "Comfortably Numb: Desensitizing Effects Of Violent Media On Helping Others." Psychological Science (Wiley-Blackwell) 20.3 (2009): 273-277. Academic Search Premier. Web. 15 Mar. 2013.
  33. Projansky, Sarah. "Rihanna's Closed Eyes." Velvet Light Trap: A Critical Journal Of Film & Television 65 (2010): 71-73. Academic Search Premier. Web. 15 Mar. 2013.
  34. Proman, Jonathan M. "Liability Of Media Companies For The Violent Content Of Their Products Marketed To Children." St. John's Law Review 78.2 (2004): 427-448. Academic Search Premier. Web. 15 Mar. 2013.

GALE Opposing Viewpoints in Context

  1. Horton, Scott. "Government Influence Has Led to Media Acceptance of Torture."Media Violence. Ed. Noah Berlatsky. Detroit: Greenhaven Press, 2012. Opposing Viewpoints. Rpt. from "How Hollywood Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the (Ticking) Bomb."Harper's1 Mar. 2008.
  2. Tribe, Laurence H. "The Government Should Not Regulate Violence on Television."Media Violence. Ed. Louise I. Gerdes. San Diego: Greenhaven Press, 2004. Opposing Viewpoints. Rpt. from "Draft Op Ed on Regulations of Television Violence.". 2007.
  3. Rockefeller IV, John D. "The Government Should Strictly Regulate Television Violence."Television. Margaret Haerens. Detroit: Greenhaven Press, 2011. Opposing Viewpoints. Rpt. from "Impact of Media Violence on Children." U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science & Transportation, 2007.
  4. Moynihan, Maura. "Media Influence Has Led to Public Acceptance of Torture."Media Violence. Ed. Noah Berlatsky. Detroit: Greenhaven Press, 2012. Opposing Viewpoints. Rpt. from "Torture Chic: Why Is the Media Glorifying Inhumane, Sadistic Behavior?"AlterNet.org. 2009.
  5. Lomonaco, Carmela, Lori Ottaviano, and Tia Kim. "Media Violence Can Lead to Juvenile Violence."Juvenile Crime. Ed. Louise I. Gerdes. Detroit: Greenhaven Press, 2012. Opposing Viewpoints. Rpt. from "Fact Sheet: Media Violence.". 2010.
  6. "Media Violence Causes Aggression."Media Violence. Ed. Noah Berlatsky. Detroit: Greenhaven Press, 2012. Opposing Viewpoints. Rpt. from "Easier Access to Media by Children Increases Risk for Influence on Numerous Health Issues."NewsRx Health and Science21 June 2009.
  7. Simmons, Gina. "Media Violence Causes Aggression in Children."Is Media Violence a Problem?Stefan Kiesbye. Detroit: Greenhaven Press, 2010. At Issue. Rpt. from "Does Violent Media Cause Aggression?" Schneider Family Services, 2008.
  8. Rocchi, James. "Movies Don't Facilitate Violence—Gun Laws Do."Is Media Violence a Problem?Stefan Kiesbye. Detroit: Greenhaven Press, 2010. At Issue. Rpt. from "The Moviegoer: School Shootings, Violent Entertainment and Other Funny Games."Huffington Post. 2008.
  9. Dahl, Gordon, and Stefano DellaVigna. "Movie Violence May Decrease Violent Crime."The Film Industry. Ed. Roman Espejo. Detroit: Greenhaven Press, 2009. Opposing Viewpoints. Rpt. from "Introduction."Does Movie Violence Increase Violent Crime?2007.
  10. Castronova, Edward. "Researchers Have Not Proven That Media Violence Merits Policy Changes."Is Media Violence a Problem?Stefan Kiesbye. Detroit: Greenhaven Press, 2010. At Issue. Rpt. from "Media Violence, Aggression, and Policy."25 May 2009.
  11. DelVecchio, Marina. "Sexualized Violence in the Media Contributes to Violence Against Women."Media Violence. Ed. Noah Berlatsky. Detroit: Greenhaven Press, 2012. Opposing Viewpoints. Rpt. from "The Media's Contribution to Violence Against Women."TheNewAgenda.net. 2011.
  12. "There Is No Evidence Suggesting Media Violence Leads to Juvenile Violence."Juvenile Crime. Ed. Louise I. Gerdes. Detroit: Greenhaven Press, 2012. Opposing Viewpoints. Rpt. from "Is Exposure to Media Violence a Public-Health Risk?"Lancet371 (Apr. 2008): 1137.
  13. Ferguson, Christopher J. "Video Games Are Not Responsible for People's Violent Actions."Video Games. Ed. Laurie Willis. Detroit: Greenhaven Press, 2010. Opposing Viewpoints. Rpt. from "Video Games: The Latest Scapegoat for Violence."Chronicle of Higher Education22 June 2007.
  14. Wilson, Barbara J. "Violence in the News Increases Children's Fear and Anxiety."Media Violence. Ed. Noah Berlatsky. Detroit: Greenhaven Press, 2012. Opposing Viewpoints. Rpt. from "Media and Children's Aggression, Fear, and Altruism."The Future of ChildrenSpring 2008.
  15. Carll, Elizabeth K. "Violent Video Games and Aggressive Behavior in Children Are Linked."Violence. Ed. Louise Gerdes. Detroit: Greenhaven Press, 2008. Opposing Viewpoints. Rpt. from "Violent Video Games: Rehearsing Aggression."Chronicle of Higher Education13 July 2007.
  16. McCartney, Jenny. "Violent Video Games Are Bad for You."Video Games. Ed. Laurie Willis. Detroit: Greenhaven Press, 2010. Opposing Viewpoints. Rpt. from "There Is a Majority Against Vile Video Games, and It Is Moral."Telegraph30 Mar. 2008.
  17. Gruel, Steven F. "Violent Video Games Cause Aggression in Children and Should Be Regulated."Media Violence. Ed. Noah Berlatsky. Detroit: Greenhaven Press, 2012. Opposing Viewpoints. Rpt. from "Brief of Amicus Curiae."Schwarzenegger v. Video Software Dealers Association and Entertainment Software Association. 2010.
  18. Kushner, David. "Violent Video Games Do Not Cause Aggression."Video Games. Ed. Laurie Willis. Detroit: Greenhaven Press, 2010. Opposing Viewpoints. Rpt. from "Off Target."Electronic Gaming Monthly(Aug. 2007): 12-16.
  1. Anderson, Craig A. "Violent Video Games Promote Teen Aggression and Violence."Teens at Risk. Ed. Stephen P. Thompson. Detroit: Greenhaven Press, 2013. Opposing Viewpoints. Rpt. from "FAQs on Violent Video Games and Other Media Violence.". 2009.
  2. Scheer, Robert. "Yes to Violence, No to Sex."Media Violence. Ed. Noah Berlatsky. Detroit: Greenhaven Press, 2012. Opposing Viewpoints. Rpt. from "Yes To Violence, No To Sex." 2011.
  3. Jenkins, Henry. "Condemnations of Media Violence Are Often Simplistic and Misguided."Is Media Violence a Problem?Stefan Kiesbye. Detroit: Greenhaven Press, 2010. At Issue. Rpt. from "A Few Thoughts on Media Violence..."25 Apr. 2007.
  4. Federal Trade Commission. "Despite Ratings, Children Are Still Exposed to Violent Media."Media Violence. Ed. Noah Berlatsky. Detroit: Greenhaven Press, 2012. Opposing Viewpoints. Rpt. from "FTC Issues Report on Marketing Violent Entertainment to Children." 2007.
  5. Gillespie, Nick. "The FCC Should Not Regulate Violence on Television."Is Media Violence a Problem?Stefan Kiesbye. Detroit: Greenhaven Press, 2010. At Issue. Rpt. from "The FCC's Not Our Mommy and Daddy."Los Angeles Times2 May 2007.
  6. "The FCC Should Regulate Violence on Television."Is Media Violence a Problem?Stefan Kiesbye. Detroit: Greenhaven Press, 2010. At Issue. Rpt. from "Time to Tame TV Violence."Christian Science Monitor. 2007.
  1. Goldenberg, David. "The Film Industry Should Not Be Blamed for At-Risk Behavior."The Film Industry. Ed. Roman Espejo. Detroit: Greenhaven Press, 2009. Opposing Viewpoints. Rpt. from "Quit Blaming Hollywood."Gelf. 2005.
  1. Commission, Federal Communications. "The Government Has the Power to Regulate Violence on Television."Media Violence. Ed. Louise I. Gerdes. San Diego: Greenhaven Press, 2004. Opposing Viewpoints. Rpt. from "Law and Policy Addressing the Distribution of Violent Television Programming."In the Matter of Violent Television Programming and Its Impact on Children. Federal Communications Commission, 2007.
  2. Bowman, James. "The Lack of Moral Context in Movies Is Harmful."Media Violence. Ed. Louise I. Gerdes. San Diego: Greenhaven Press, 2004. Opposing Viewpoints. Rpt. from "The Liberationist Myth."American Spectator(June 2007): 62-63.
  3. Freedman, Jonathan L. "Media Violence Does Not Cause Aggressive Behavior in Children."Is Media Violence a Problem?Stefan Kiesbye. Detroit: Greenhaven Press, 2010. At Issue. Rpt. from "Television Violence and Aggression: Setting the Record Straight."The Media Institute/Policy Views. 2007.
  4. Thierer, Adam. "Parents, Not Government, Should Regulate Television Violence."Media Violence. Ed. Noah Berlatsky. Detroit: Greenhaven Press, 2012. Opposing Viewpoints. Rpt. from "FCC Violence Report Concludes That Parenting Doesn't Work."Technology Literation Front. 2007.
  5. Howley, Kerry. "Parents Recognize That Regulating Violence on Television Is Unnecessary."Media Violence. Ed. Louise I. Gerdes. San Diego: Greenhaven Press, 2004.