MEDIA BASICS
What is the main purpose of media?
To communicate
True or False: Media always shows realistic lifestyles.
False
Name one healthy behavior promoted in media.
Exercise, hydration, mental health awareness
What kind of messages can songs contain?
Messages about relationships, health, culture, behavior
What does it mean to think critically about media?
Questioning and analyzing messages
Name two forms of media.
TV, Internet, music, social media, movies, etc.
What is self-image?
How you see yourself
Name one unhealthy behavior sometimes glamorized in media.
Smoking, drinking, risky behavior
What makes social media addictive?
Notifications, trends, entertainment, likes
What question should you ask when viewing media?
“Who made this and why?”
What does targeting mean in media?
Creating messages for specific audiences
Give one example of an unrealistic media standard.
Perfect bodies, luxury lifestyles, flawless appearance
Why should online health information be fact-checked?
Some information may be false or misleading
Name one consequence of unhealthy social media use.
Stress, anxiety, poor sleep, comparison
What is a stereotype?
Oversimplified idea about a group
Why do companies target teens?
Teens influence trends and spending
How can repeated media messages affect self-esteem?
They can change confidence and expectations
What is one positive effect of media on health?
Education and awareness
Why do catchy visuals and sounds matter in media?
They grab attention
Name one way to reduce harmful media influence.
Screen breaks, fact-checking, limiting exposure
What might happen in a world with no media?
Less communication/information/entertainment
Do media create culture, or does culture shape media? Explain.
Both influence each other
How can media influence long-term behavior?
Repeated messages can normalize behaviors
Analyze this statement: “Going viral changes what people think is normal.”
Discussion-based
Create a healthy response to this message:
“Everyone online is happier and more successful than you.”