Media Psychology is a process which focuses on the Psychology of media. The only comprehensive introductory Media psychology book that defines, models, and practices critical thinking in every chapter. Research Updates keep readers abreast of the most recent findings and controversies in the field. The book's scientific/critical thinking emphasis helps readers assess and understand matters of direct relevance to their own lives. This Media and Research Updated edition integrates the most recent research findings.
About Author :
S.P. Singh is at present associated with IMDR College, Poona. He studied at the University of Banglore, received an M.A. from Indira Ganhi Open University and a Ph.D. from Jamia Millia Islamia University. From 1987 to 1996 he was as the Assistant and Associate Professor of Psychology, Chairman of the Curricula Committee on Psychology and Director of Research. In the course of the years 1990 to 1996 he lectured at Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University of Agra.
Contents :
Preface
Media Psychology: Definition and Meaning
Interactive Entertainment
Screen as a Measure of Attention to Television
Secondary Reaction-Time Measures
Humour and Comedy
Sex on Media Entertainment Television
Signal Detection in Media Recognition
Children's Enetertainment Programs
Music and Music Videa
Video Games and its Pleasure
Aesthetic of Media Fare
Designing Experiement for Media Messages
Effective Children's Cognitive Processing of Television
Bibliography
Index
