10 - PDHPE - Media Portrayal of Sexuality: University publications
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Measure of a Man: A look at maleness, manhood, and masculinity
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- the definition of manhood v masculinity
- personal concepts of masculinity v social concepts of masculinity
- language associated with misogyny ("bitches", "hoes", "groupies", "sluts")
- language associated with homophobia ("gay", "faggot", "fag", "homo")
- societal influences on masculinity include : 21st century hip-hop and rap culture, reality and entertainment TV, cinema and film)
Brokeback Mountain: Masculinity and Manhood
- Brokeback Mountain: Masculinity and ManhoodThe article discusses masculinity and manhood, as depicted in the film "Brokeback Mountain."
The influence of television on children's gender role socialisation
Boys, Masculinity and Television Violence: What is the difference between superheroes and football heroes?
- ResearchGateTelevision violence teaches young boys that masculinity is associated with aggression. Cartoons,superhero programs, films and movies are said to contain inappropriate messages about masculinity andteach boys that powerful males solve conflict with physical and verbal aggression.
Adolescent sexuality and the media : a review of current knowledge and implications
- Western Journal of Medicine: Adolescent sexuality and the mediaThere is growing concern about young people's exposure to sexual content through television and other electronic media and about its potential effects on their sexual attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors.
Children, Television and Gender Roles
- Television, as a learning medium, should provide balanced , positive, equal opportunities world.A critical review of the available evidence concerning what influence television may have on the development of children's understanding of gender roles and of their own gender identity.
Gendered Media
- The Influence of Media on Views of GenderMedia generally portray males as dominating in number, status, authority, and will.
Media Preferences, Sexual Attitudes and Gender Stereotypes Among Adolescents
- “Shake It Baby, Shake It”The relationship between media and permissive sexual attitudes and gender stereotypes.
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Nicki Minaj (Brittanica, 2012)
Shaun White (Britannica, n.d.)