Find Your Opinion

1.) Who is your favorite Disney character? Why?

***My favorite Disney character has always been Mulan.  I admired her strength and courage, being able to go against her parents’ wishes in order to protect them.  She wasn’t the typical Disney princess who needed to be rescued.  Instead, she was the one who did the saving.

2.) Have you ever in your life wanted to be like your character? In what aspects? (physical appearance, personality, magical qualities)

***Of course, all Disney stories ended in a happily ever after, and the characters always seemed to have an easy life.  For me, Mulan had many qualities I wished for.  She was outgoing, strong both physically and mentally, and could stand up to her parents.  And who wouldn’t want a talking dragon like Mushu?  

3.) Did you know that there are only 5 media corporations that control our media? How do you feel knowing that only five corporations are controlling all the information that is fed to you through media?

***That is actually pretty amazing.  Those 5 corporations have a lot of power because almost everyone is affected by the media.  Today, almost every household has at least one TV and most have more than one.  Other than that, there are so many more media outlets that we are exposed to, it is a little scary to think there are only 5 corporations who are in command of all that.

4.) Research on psychological effects have found that when television/media shows violence in realistic settings (such as shooting a gun, not fantasy games) it influences the viewer to develop a more violent and aggressive behavior. Do you believe this is true? Have you had a similar experience?

***I do believe this is true.  In many films and books, characters are often portrayed as spies, police officers, secret agents, and other similar roles.  These characters are almost always holding a gun, shooting criminals, or wielding other weapons, creating an image showing audiences that such professions are “cool”.  They are idolized and viewers think less of such violent actions in their hopes of imitating them.

5.) 70-80% of shows viewed by teenagers includes at least one scene with sexual content. From this study an article states that T.V. has created the illusion that engaging in sexual activity is not as risky as it really is and is central to daily life, therefore youth might associate sex without risks. What is your opinion on this? Has the media ever influenced you? Are there any particular shows you watch that support this statistic?

***In most shows, sex isn’t one of the main topics, and thus, I believe, when it does come up, there isn’t much thought put into it.  This produces the thought that sex isn’t as risky as it actually is, because the characters in the show address it so casually.  After all, nothing bad ever really happens to them.  Many shows are a good example of this, including Family Guy, How I Met Your Mother, The Simpsons, etc.

6.) Due to the many advertisements for yummy snacks, like cookies, chips, candy, and sugar drinks, children can easily get sucked into wanting an unhealthy snack. With children/teens spending about 45 hours a week on a computer screen, t.v, or portable game console, and snacking being the main cause of child obesity, what are your thoughts on the media feeding us these unhealthy options? Do you think it is right for companies to be able to promote their fatty snacks to us, especially for those at a very young age who are influenced easily, just so they can gain profit while we gain weight? Have you ever had an incident when you see an advertisement for a burger on t.v or a billboard and then you suddenly crave to eat it?

***Although many people blame the media for its advertising, it is also our responsibility to be more informed and know better that to fall for its persuasive ads.  Companies need the advertisements in order to sell their product and pay their employees.  The advertisements are not what make us gain weight, it’s our choice to buy the food even when we know it is full of fat.  There are many times which I crave food because it appears in an ad in front of me.  But although I do fall for the craving sometimes, I also need to retrain myself because I know what the food will do to my body.

7.) Do you think the media shows teenagers realistically (as in Mean Girls, Bring It On and Fired Up)? ***Definitely not.  The media is an extreme exaggeration of the way teenagers really act.  It is meant to entertain us and lure us in.  Thus, because most people consider their lives to be boring, it is necessary for the media to stretch the truth a little to make stories more interesting.

1.) Who is your favorite Disney character? Why?

*** Since Disney acquired Marvel my favorite Disney character right now is Iron Man, mainly because Robert Downey Jr is hilarious in the movies.

2.) Have you ever in your life wanted to be like your character? In what aspects? (physical appearance, personality, magical qualities)

*** Yes, because he is rich, witty, has genius level intellect and is a superhero.

3.) Did you know that there are only 5 media corporations that control our media? How do you feel knowing that only five corporations are controlling all the information that is fed to you through media?

***I knew the number was small, but I didn’t realize it was only 5.  I don’t feel good about it, but it makes sense because all of the media outlets seem to be biased and have clear agendas that they are pushing.

4.) Research on psychological effects have found that when television/media shows violence in realistic settings (such as shooting a gun, not fantasy games) it influences the viewer to develop a more violent and aggressive behavior. Do you believe this is true? Have you had a similar experience?

*** I don’t believe that is true, I have grown up watching some of the most violent shows/movies and playing some of the most violent video games and I am far from a violent person.  I believe it can have an influence, but I think that the environment someone grows up in plays a much larger role in influencing behavior.  Because I grew up in a good family environment with parents to put things into context for me, watching violent television shows etc. did not influence my psyche.

5.) 70-80% of shows viewed by teenagers includes at least one scene with sexual content. From this study an article states that T.V. has created the illusion that engaging in sexual activity is not as risky as it really is and is central to daily life, therefore youth might associate sex without risks. What is your opinion on this? Has the media ever influenced you? Are there any particular shows you watch that support this statistic?

*** I believe there is some truth to this, if you look at pregnancy rates in high schools now compared to the past I think you have to consider the prevalence of sex on TV as a contributing factor.  The media has never directly influenced me in regards to sex, but I think that on a subconscious level it may have made it seem socially acceptable and something that happens on a frequent basis.  I can’t think of any particular shows that I watch that support that statistic.

6.) Due to the many advertisements for yummy snacks, like cookies, chips, candy, and sugar drinks, children can easily get sucked into wanting an unhealthy snack. With children/teens spending about 45 hours a week on a computer screen, t.v, or portable game console, and snacking being the main cause of child obesity, what are your thoughts on the media feeding us these unhealthy options? What is your opinion on companies being able to promote their fatty snacks to us, especially for those at a very young age who are influenced easily, just so they can gain profit while we gain weight? Have you ever had an incident when you see an advertisement for a burger on t.v or a billboard and then you suddenly crave to eat it?

*** I don’t think it’s right but I don’t fault the companies for it because they are just trying to make money, and marketing to young impressionable children is a smart strategy.  I think that the onus should be on the government to regulate nutrition content in foods and the amount that companies are allowed to market to children because companies won’t regulate themselves as long as they are making money off of it.  Yes I have definitely craved foods after seeing them in an advertisement.

7.) Do you think the media shows teenagers realistically (as in Mean Girls, Bring It On and Fired Up)?

***I think the media does show teenagers realistically, but usually in a very exaggerated and overdramatized fashion.  When watching a movie like Mean Girls you can usually relate to certain aspects of it, but you will rarely encounter a majority of the events portrayed in the movie in real life.  I think you have to realize when watching that TV shows and movies are made for entertainment purposes, so if they copied exactly what happens in real life it would probably be boring because you are experiencing that all the time anyway.

1.) Who is your favorite Disney character? Why?

***Hercules because his journey he finds out he’s not who he thought he was, in order to become what he needs he figures how to become hero. He realizes it’s more about doing the better thing like sacrificing than strength and muscle.

2.) Have you ever in your life wanted to be like your character? In what aspects? (physical appearance, personality, magical qualities)

***As far as physical appearance he starts off as scrawny and then he turns out to be realy well built so that’d be nice. At the end of the journey he realizes to put others before himself and I wish I could do the same.

3.) Did you know that there are only 5 media corporations that control our media? How do you feel knowing that only five corporations are controlling all the information that is fed to you through media?

***I didn’t know it was five but I knew there was a handful of them, like media monsters. I think from a corporate perspective it’s scary because they are in control of almost everything they watch. But then again I don’t know how hard they worked to get there and if they deserve to be a huge corporation.

4.) Research on psychological effects have found that when television/media shows violence in realistic settings (such as shooting a gun, not fantasy games) it influences the viewer to develop a more violent and aggressive behavior. Do you believe this is true? Have you had a similar experience?

** I believe it’s true. I guess I kind of had the same case but it comes down to how the parents explain it and warn kids, parental control.

5.) 70-80% of shows viewed by teenagers includes at least one scene with sexual content. From this study an article states that T.V. has created the illusion that engaging in sexual activity is not as risky as it really is and is central to daily life, therefore youth might associate sex without risks. What is your opinion on this? Has the media ever influenced you? Are there any particular shows you watch that support this statistic?

** I definitely think media influences viewers as far as sexual content goes. When I was growing up watching Family Guy with crude jokes about sex. I think the statistic is fairly accurate because you see teenagers in early 20’s don’t care too much about sex and it’s viewed in a more objectified way/object to obtain.

6.) Due to the many advertisements for yummy snacks, like cookies, chips, candy, and sugar drinks, children can easily get sucked into wanting an unhealthy snack. With children/teens spending about 45 hours a week on a computer screen, t.v, or portable game console, and snacking being the main cause of child obesity, what are your thoughts on the media feeding us these unhealthy options? What is your opinion on companies being able to promote their fatty snacks to us, especially for those at a very young age who are influenced easily, just so they can gain profit while we gain weight? Have you ever had an incident when you see an advertisement for a burger on t.v or a billboard and then you suddenly crave to eat it?

***I think that the media is controlled by corporations that really just want profit  so they find the easiest target they can, or less educatated, which are children. If parent doesn’t know what to do and just gives child food then they will be accustomed to this lifestyle. Personally, I think it is sad that companies aren’t concerned for the well being of others. But on a business standpoint than the economy will be uneven. Do we stop promoting in a capitalist way? Yes I have

7.) Do you think the media shows teenagers realistically (as in Mean Girls, Bring It On and Fired Up)?

***When they first came out no, I felt it was the writers portraying the exaggerated lives. But as time progresses it’s become fairly accurate.

1.) Who is your favorite Disney character? Why?

***I can’t say that I have a favorite, but I do really like Belle and Mulan. I like both of these characters because they seem different than the other princesses. They’re intelligent and risk their own lives to help out their family members (Belle switches places with her father in the beast’s castle and Mulan switches for her father’s place in the army).

2.) Have you ever in your life wanted to be like your character? In what aspects? (physical appearance, personality, magical qualities)

***I don’t think so. I mean, children seem to idolize Disney princesses, but I don’t think I specifically wanted to be like them. I just liked the characters.

3.) Did you know that there are only 5 media corporations that control our media? How do you feel knowing that only five corporations are controlling all the information that is fed to you through media?

***I did know this, actually. It’s interesting to think that all of the information we receive is from the same people. It makes you wonder what other views are out there that are not being represented.

4.) Research on psychological effects have found that when television/media shows violence in realistic settings (such as shooting a gun, not fantasy games) it influences the viewer to develop a more violent and aggressive behavior. Do you believe this is true? Have you had a similar experience?

***I personally haven’t had this experience, but I do think it is possible. Though I wouldn’t say it applies to everyone and because of that, I think the people it could affect could be blamed on something other than just the video games.

5.) 70-80% of shows viewed by teenagers includes at least one scene with sexual content. From this study an article states that T.V. has created the illusion that engaging in sexual activity is not as risky as it really is and is central to daily life, therefore youth might associate sex without risks. What is your opinion on this? Has the media ever influenced you? Are there any particular shows you watch that support this statistic?

***I think most teen dramas have some sort of pregnancy scare in the plotline that shows teens it’s not all fun and games. No, I haven’t been influenced by the media in this way.

6.) Due to the many advertisements for yummy snacks, like cookies, chips, candy, and sugar drinks, children can easily get sucked into wanting an unhealthy snack. With children/teens spending about 45 hours a week on a computer screen, t.v, or portable game console, and snacking being the main cause of child obesity, what are your thoughts on the media feeding us these unhealthy options? What is your opinion on companies being able to promote their fatty snacks to us, especially for those at a very young age who are influenced easily, just so they can gain profit while we gain weight? Have you ever had an incident when you see an advertisement for a burger on t.v or a billboard and then you suddenly crave to eat it?

***I will agree and say that I can watch commercials and crave the food in them. I think a way to fix this would be to make healthy foods similar to unhealthy ones. So healthier versions of fast food or snacks.

7.) Do you think the media shows teenagers realistically (as in Mean Girls, Bring It On and Fired Up)?

***It’s definitely a dramatic interpretation of real life, but some of the things that occur do happen in real life.

1.) Who is your favorite Disney character? Why?

***My favorite Disney character is Goofy because he’s always doing something randomly stupid and his voice of course!

2.) Have you ever in your life wanted to be like your character? In what aspects? (physical appearance, personality, magical qualities)

***I haven really ever wanted to be like him except I think he’s really good at skateboarding? So maybe that.

3.) Did you know that there are only 5 media corporations that control our media? How do you feel knowing that only five corporations are controlling all the information that is fed to you through media?

***I didn’t know that and it seems like we could easily be manipulated by the Internet being so vast but I think it allows us to receive the correct information most of the time.

4.) Research on psychological effects have found that when television/media shows violence in realistic settings (such as shooting a gun, not fantasy games) it influences the viewer to develop a more violent and aggressive behavior. Do you believe this is true? Have you had a similar experience?

***I think that violence rarely transfers from television and media. I have experienced this somewhat because whenever I watch a football or baseball game it makes me want to play.

5.) 70-80% of shows viewed by teenagers includes at least one scene with sexual content. From this study an article states that T.V. has created the illusion that engaging in sexual activity is not as risky as it really is and is central to daily life, therefore youth might associate sex without risks. What is your opinion on this? Has the media ever influenced you? Are there any particular shows you watch that support this statistic?

***I think that television and mass media views sexual activity as more causal than it should be. A lot of shows talk about how you’re not “cool” if you don’t have sex all the time but I don’t think this is necessarily true. I think the show How I Met Your Mother is a good example of this.

6.) Due to the many advertisements for yummy snacks, like cookies, chips, candy, and sugar drinks, children can easily get sucked into wanting an unhealthy snack. With children/teens spending about 45 hours a week on a computer screen, t.v, or portable game console, and snacking being the main cause of child obesity, what are your thoughts on the media feeding us these unhealthy options? What is your opinion on companies being able to promote their fatty snacks to us, especially for those at a very young age who are influenced easily, just so they can gain profit while we gain weight? Have you ever had an incident when you see an advertisement for a burger on t.v or a billboard and then you suddenly crave to eat it?

***I think that when restaurants market their product they aren’t necessarily thinking about what is best for the health of their consumers but how they can make the most profit. There was one time when it was really hot during the summer and me and my friend were watching tv when a commercial for a slurpee came on. We both looked at each other and without saying anything just got up and went to 7/11.

7.) Do you think the media shows teenagers realistically (as in Mean Girls, Bring It On and Fired Up)?

***I think that teenagers are portrayed realistically to a point, after all stereotypes do come from somewhere. I think media blows these examples out of proportion but the basic representation is correct.

1.) Who is your favorite Disney character? Why?

***My favorite Disney character would be….Simba (Does that count?) because I love the lion king and I loved the whole hakuna matata concept

2.) Have you ever in your life wanted to be like your character? In what aspects? (physical appearance, personality, magical qualities)

***Uh..no not really hah. But if I were to ever be an animal, sure I’d be a lion. Why not king of the jungle? But personality wise maybe the freedom.

3.) Did you know that there are only 5 media corporations that control our media? How do you feel knowing that only five corporations are controlling all the information that is fed to you through media?

***I heard of that. Well I guess more power to them. Sucks though that only 5 media corporations basically control the world.

4.) Research on psychological effects have found that when television/media shows violence in realistic settings (such as shooting a gun, not fantasy games) it influences the viewer to develop a more violent and aggressive behavior. Do you believe this is true? Have you had a similar experience?

***Yes I do believe that is true. I think it’s got something to do on how we are conditioned. I’m not myself violent from video games.

5.) 70-80% of shows viewed by teenagers includes at least one scene with sexual content. From this study an article states that T.V. has created the illusion that engaging in sexual activity is not as risky as it really is and is central to daily life, therefore youth might associate sex without risks. What is your opinion on this? Has the media ever influenced you? Are there any particular shows you watch that support this statistic?

***The media hasn’t really influenced me on sex..I don’t watch tv =(

6.) Due to the many advertisements for yummy snacks, like cookies, chips, candy, and sugar drinks, children can easily get sucked into wanting an unhealthy snack. With children/teens spending about 45 hours a week on a computer screen, t.v, or portable game console, and snacking being the main cause of child obesity, what are your thoughts on the media feeding us these unhealthy options? What is your opinion on companies being able to promote their fatty snacks to us, especially for those at a very young age who are influenced easily, just so they can gain profit while we gain weight? Have you ever had an incident when you see an advertisement for a burger on t.v or a billboard and then you suddenly crave to eat it?

***The media is messed up and they have way too much power on how they frame our daily lives..obviously :/ I don’t really have much say if it is right for media to do that because America is business. Everything is advertisement whether we realize that or not. I have tons of incidents like that especially when I’m hungry. But usually when I’m hungry I don’t know what I want to eat.

7.) Do you think the media shows teenagers realistically (as in Mean Girls, Bring It On and Fired Up)?

***Hmm..yes and no, to an extent. Media exaggerates the drama and the characters. Makes sense to because they have to sell the show and make it more interesting.

1.) Who is your favorite Disney character? Why?

***My favorite Disney character is Winnie the Pooh

2.) Have you ever in your life wanted to be like your character? In what aspects? (physical appearance, personality, magical qualities)

***For my whole life, I’ve wanted to be a Disney character! I aspire to be Snow White.

3.) Did you know that there are only 5 media corporations that control our media? How do you feel knowing that only five corporations are controlling all the information that is fed to you through media?

***Being a Disney fanatic, knowing that there are only 5 media corporations makes sense but it is easy to see how propaganda and opinions could be transferred to people.

4.) Research on psychological effects have found that when television/media shows violence in realistic settings (such as shooting a gun, not fantasy games) it influences the viewer to develop a more violent and aggressive behavior. Do you believe this is true? Have you had a similar experience?

***Violence is a learned behavior and seeing violence on the television and in real life always makes me wince. I have not had any violent experiences myself. My brother is in the military and he told me that some people joined the Marines because they enjoy playing the game Call Of Duty.

5.) 70-80% of shows viewed by teenagers includes at least one scene with sexual content. From this study an article states that T.V. has created the illusion that engaging in sexual activity is not as risky as it really is and is central to daily life, therefore youth might associate sex without risks. What is your opinion on this? Has the media ever influenced you? Are there any particular shows you watch that support this statistic?

***I agree that almost every television program or movie that I watch. I do not think that their behavior influences mine because I do not watch a lot of movies or television. When sexual activity is shown through the media it is portrayed with less risks and a lot different than in real life. It seems like less or a serious subject The show The Secret Life Of The American Teenager is a good example as this because everyone just has sex with everyone and only one person suffered consequences.

6.) Due to the many advertisements for yummy snacks, like cookies, chips, candy, and sugar drinks, children can easily get sucked into wanting an unhealthy snack. With children/teens spending about 45 hours a week on a computer screen, t.v, or portable game console, and snacking being the main cause of child obesity, what are your thoughts on the media feeding us these unhealthy options? What is your opinion on companies being able to promote their fatty snacks to us, especially for those at a very young age who are influenced easily, just so they can gain profit while we gain weight? Have you ever had an incident when you see an advertisement for a burger on t.v or a billboard and then you suddenly crave to eat it?

***I think that the commercials aim to teach children self control. It is ridiculous how many advertisements for food are on television. Every time I see a commercial for Gushers, I want some!

7.) Do you think the media shows teenagers realistically (as in Mean Girls, Bring It On and Fired Up)?

***Movies, in no way, shows teenagers realistically. Movies show things more dramatically.

1.) Who is your favorite Disney character? Why?

***My favorite Disney character is Belle from The Beauty and the Beast. Ever since I was a little girl I always wanted to look like her, and I loved her dress! I still do!

2.) Have you ever in your life wanted to be like your character? In what aspects? (physical appearance, personality, magical qualities)

***I have, every Halloween I’d beg my mom to buy me the Bella costume. I just loved the color of her dress and I thought she was the prettiest princess out of all of them.

3.) Did you know that there are only 5 media corporations that control our media? How do you feel knowing that only five corporations are controlling all the information that is fed to you through media?

***I did not know there were only five corporations. It’s actually scary how few there are, I thought there’d be many more.

4.) Research on psychological effects have found that when television/media shows violence in realistic settings (such as shooting a gun, not fantasy games) it influences the viewer to develop a more violent and aggressive behavior. Do you believe this is true? Have you had a similar experience?

***I believe that violence in video games, movies, and t.v. shows effects behavior and I have seen this with my younger brothers. My younger brother is addicted to video games, and the majority of them are violent, and he would always try and fight me and use aggressive behavior to get what he wanted.

5.) 70-80% of shows viewed by teenagers includes at least one scene with sexual content. From this study an article states that T.V. has created the illusion that engaging in sexual activity is not as risky as it really is and is central to daily life, therefore youth might associate sex without risks. What is your opinion on this? Has the media ever influenced you? Are there any particular shows you watch that support this statistic?

***I never really thought about it like that, but know that you mention it some shows make it seem easy to have unprotected sex. Shows such as Jersey Shore make sex seem like nothing.

6.) Due to the many advertisements for yummy snacks, like cookies, chips, candy, and sugar drinks, children can easily get sucked into wanting an unhealthy snack. With children/teens spending about 45 hours a week on a computer screen, t.v, or portable game console, and snacking being the main cause of child obesity, what are your thoughts on the media feeding us these unhealthy options? Do you think it is right for companies to be able to promote their fatty snacks to us, especially for those at a very young age who are influenced easily, just so they can gain profit while we gain weight? Have you ever had an incident when you see an advertisement for a burger on t.v or a billboard and then you suddenly crave to eat it?

***I have always been overweight, and i balme the advertisements I see on t.v. They make the food look so delicious and from my experience I would fall into their trap.

7.) Do you think the media shows teenagers realistically (as in Mean Girls, Bring It On and Fired Up)?

***I believe they overexaggerate the popular girl and shy girl, just so the public can have something to talk about.

1.) Who is your favorite Disney character? Why?

*** My favorite Disney character would have to be Simba from Lion King because he defines bravery. I also see him as one of the more good looking characters who is helpful, and always seems to do the right thing.

2.) Have you ever in your life wanted to be like your character? In what aspects? (physical appearance, personality, magical qualities)

*** Being the king of the jungle is something I probably have imagined before. Simba’s personality is brave, respectful, and honors his duty to become king. I think that is influential if you want to analyze it to that level. Simba’s a cool character I must say lol.

3.) Did you know that there are only 5 media corporations that control our media? How do you feel knowing that only five corporations are controlling all the information that is fed to you through media?

*** Only 5? That just means sources may not be as reliable and could be opinionated. It hasn’t really affected me, but I am astonished by such a little amount of media corps control our media.

4.) Research on psychological effects have found that when television/media shows violence in realistic settings (such as shooting a gun, not fantasy games) it influences the viewer to develop a more violent and aggressive behavior. Do you believe this is true? Have you had a similar experience?

*** Yes I believe this is true because it opens up the IDEA of actually shooting a gun, or having violence. One first hand example I had was with my brother. He loves watching cartoons that involve fighting like Power Rangers and plays games like Call of Duty. In real life, he wants to buy NERF guns, and loves to make swords to fight me. So to that answer, yes I believe that it is true.

5.) 70-80% of shows viewed by teenagers includes at least one scene with sexual content. From this study an article states that T.V. has created the illusion that engaging in sexual activity is not as risky as it really is and is central to daily life, therefore youth might associate sex without risks. What is your opinion on this? Has the media ever influenced you? Are there any particular shows you watch that support this statistic?

*** Yeah, there are many shows like Jersey Shore and other teenage shows that show scenes with sexual content, and many kids just watch this for entertainment (including me hehe). But I think it is the job of the parents to facilitate the kids and what they watch.  No, I don’t find this that big of a deal maybe because I am at the peak of my “teen” years. I don’t think it has influenced me.  Like I said, Jersey Shore is one of the main shows that portray this.

6.) Due to the many advertisements for yummy snacks, like cookies, chips, candy, and sugar drinks, children can easily get sucked into wanting an unhealthy snack. With children/teens spending about 45 hours a week on a computer screen, t.v, or portable game console, and snacking being one of the main causes of child obesity, what are your thoughts on the media feeding us these unhealthy options? What is your opinion on companies being able to promote their fatty snacks to us, especially for those at a very young age who are influenced easily, just so they can gain profit while we gain weight? Have you ever had an incident when you see an advertisement for a burger on t.v or a billboard and then you suddenly crave to eat it?

*** The media is feeding kids what they want to hear and it is terrible to see the obesity rate increase yearly. As simple as it sounds, kids just need to realize that in the long term all these consistent bad eating habits with unhealthy snacks will affect them with diseases such as diabetes. For companies to promote these snacks, I don’t think its right, but I don’t think its wrong. It’s just business. If you fall for the advertisements on how yummy it looks and the short satisfaction of the snack, that’s on whoever is consuming the snack. The person eating the snack KNOWS its bad and it’s their decision to do so. Yes, it’s not ideal to promote these unhealthy snacks, but business is business in my opinion.  It also deals greatly with the parents. They’re the ones that are purchasing the snacks for the kids because kids don’t have any financial incomes of money whatsoever. I have had incidents where I wanted pizza after a commercial and do crave for it, but I think having these cravings once in a while is ok, and it is okay to treat yourself once in a awhile.

7.) Do you think the media shows teenagers realistically (as in Mean Girls, Bring It On and Fired Up)?

*** Hell no. I remember when I was in elementary school growing up watching these media films like Mean Girls and I was definitely intimidated to move on into Jr. High, let alone High School. It is NOTHING compared to the real world, and I’m glad I say that. I would hate to be going around my school getting judged by the stereotypical cheerleaders in movies.

good questions ahah

1.) Who is your favorite Disney character? Why?

***Mickey Mouse! Because he is funny, always pulling prank (i think), brings smiles to everyone’s faces… he is just a great character

2.) Have you ever in your life wanted to be like your character? In what aspects? (physical appearance, personality, magical qualities)

***Yes! I always want to picture myself with mickey’s big fat ears and try on his big gloves.

3.) Did you know that there are only 5 media corporations that control our media? How do you feel knowing that only five corporations are controlling all the information that is fed to you through media?

***Only 5?? I thought there would be a lot more!! Really surprised that there’s only that much to feed us these information. Keep it up!

4.) Research on psychological effects have found that when television/media shows violence in realistic settings (such as shooting a gun, not fantasy games) it influences the viewer to develop a more violent and aggressive behavior. Do you believe this is true? Have you had a similar experience?

***Yes, I do believe that the media can affect a person on the outside and the inside because if a boy is a fan of a certain type of bad person that is shown on tv; that boy would obviously follow that model. (No personal experiences)

5.) 70-80% of shows viewed by teenagers includes at least one scene with sexual content. From this study an article states that T.V. has created the illusion that engaging in sexual activity is not as risky as it really is and is central to daily life, therefore youth might associate sex without risks. What is your opinion on this? Has the media ever influenced you? Are there any particular shows you watch that support this statistic?

***I think that it actually affects the people that are watching these kind of sexual content. They think it’s easy because the media is making it believable so in reality these teenagers would try it for themselves ending up in a negative result. The media has influenced me to buy Nike shoes but not sex.

6.) Due to the many advertisements for yummy snacks, like cookies, chips, candy, and sugar drinks, children can easily get sucked into wanting an unhealthy snack. With children/teens spending about 45 hours a week on a computer screen, t.v, or portable game console, and snacking being the main cause of child obesity, what are your thoughts on the media feeding us these unhealthy options? Do you think it is right for companies to be able to promote their fatty snacks to us, especially for those at a very young age who are influenced easily, just so they can gain profit while we gain weight? Have you ever had an incident when you see an advertisement for a burger on t.v or a billboard and then you suddenly crave to eat it?

***I think that its bad because little kids are getting fat when they aren’t suppose too. When you are young, you are suppose to eat health snacks and not stuff yourself with junk food. Well it’s not right for some companies to make profit feeding unhealthy food to young kids. haha for me I always eat and eat and eat and eat and never gain weight because I have a fast metabolism so it doesn’t affect me =)

7.) Do you think the media shows teenagers realistically (as in Mean Girls, Bring It On and Fired Up)?

***The media is just showing the unrealistic side mixed with some reality with it. If you watch movies like bring it on, mean girls, and etc. you can see that there are cops, cheerleaders, and etc. but there are stuff that is added into the movie making it somewhat unreal but at the same time it is real.