Message Received

Focusing on significant public issues, this book compiles recent research from the Glasgow Media Group, exploring the effects of fictional violence on children and the portrayal of ethnic minorities, disasters, and the developing world. It delves into media representations of mental illness and public perceptions of risks related to health and food safety. Additionally, it analyzes media controversies, including the BSE crisis and pivotal events like the collapse of communism in Eastern Europe, offering critical insights into media influence on societal understanding.