Hypothesis: As the amount of marijuana references in pop culture increases, so does the use of marijuana amongst youth, as it becomes more acceptable. I think a sociologist would be most likely to form this hypothesis, as they are interested in the functions of human society and social behaviours, and as well they study the media. Method: The most effective method for gathering data to test my hypothesis would be a case study, as it is something that would have to be observed over time, and the combination of interviews and observations would be ideal. I would first implement my research by deciding where to conduct the research, and then interview youth in the chosen locations. Ideally, I would conduct the research with youth aged 14-18, done through a school.
These ideologies, which are developed to appear as nothing more than common sense, are taught to us through various institutions like the media. These ideas go hand in hand with the “needs” of those who contribute to the “media process” (Coulter, Feb.10). However, in order for these dominant ideologies and hegemonies to be successful, it must be “won, reproduced and sustained” so that the control of the bourgeoisie class resembles authenticity and naturalistic forms (Hebdige, 205). As a community, we are brainwashed with the dominant class ideals, but there are some who oppose and rebel against the norms of our culture. Mohawks and safety pins in the punk subculture represent this form of subversion and are viewed as a threat to the rest of society because they are believed to be a “symbolic violation of the social order” (Hebdige, 206).
Richard Petty and John Cacioppo developed this theory and proposed that the receiver processed the message through two ways of persuasion, the central and the peripheral route. The ELM theory is applicable to the Mustang Maniacs because they seek to persuade new students to join the organization. Of the two routes the central is the most powerful and has the greatest effect on its receivers. From processing a message centrally the receiver is able to elaborate and extensively think about what is being presented and then formulate their opinions. The Maniacs new webpage will be crazy, attractive and look more like an invitation to a theme party instead of looking like a health care
Popular music has constantly been seen as a vital social impact in various ways. The relationship between popular music and politics is connected along two different dimensions. In the widest sense the first If we stick with the definition that popular music has wide appeal and mass distribution, then the history really begins with the publication of sheet music — this makes pop music another media form that owes its origins to Gutenberg's printing press. Printed sheet music allowed individuals who were not the original composer of a song (or a musician lucky enough to be given a hand-copied version of the original score) to take away the music, and perform it to the audience of their choice. Songs could cross from city to city, country to country, enjoyed and played by large numbers of people at the same time.
Therefore, one can assert that growing up is usually accompanied by changing the patterns of behavior and thinking. That is why every age group has something in common – they are on the same stage of development. That is to say, the young differ on some intrinsic qualities like the one depicted by Picasso. Moreover, Picasso’s words can be easily proven by the fact that youth has to struggle for their place in the world, and consequently, they have to create the most positive image possible, thus sometimes having to pretend and to hide their natural thoughts and beliefs. On the other hand, there is a preconception that “old habits die hard”, and having once made an assumption about something, people would never change their mind, albeit life often clearly shows situations disproving that.
Belissa was also doing invented insults for irreconcilable enemies. This was a political sense as portrayed by Allende. Balissa also sold stories, not fantasies but long, true stories told word by word. Allende in the “Toad’s Mouth” depicts everything so unabashedly romantic that displaying so much imagination and tendency for the strikingly and unabashedly romantic and I, well, really like it that way. The story’s title
Psychodynamic is the next theory that fits as well. This is associated more with childhood experiences and the unconscious mind of the individual. According to Grove (1994), “But are persons really responsible for their actions in the sense that they (1) assess the possible alternative courses of action available to them, (2) choose a particular course, and (3) construct a complex set of acts to achieve intended results” (p. 74). Our laws, our religions, and our emotional responses are established on the principles that these are factual intentions. When the events of others have an effect on our lives, and we recognize their reactions to be determined entirely by power beyond their limitations, there is then no cause for feelings of either anger or gratitude (Grove,
The use past, present and future forums accurately when talking about events that has happened or is to happen in the future. They develop their own narratives and explanations by connecting ideas or events’. As a child becomes a teenager they become more responsible for their own thoughts, words and actions. They will begin to think to their future adulthood in relation to occupations, relationships etc. The support and guidance given to children during this time will have a great bearing on the pace of their development.
Each article I have read is in relation with pop culture and fandom. In the article “is there something psychologically unhealthy about being a fan” by Phoebe Reilly, the author is stating that fandom could lead to a unhealthy life style and extreme obsessions. While also stating that following shows and following along with movies, books, and even sports teams can be alright and good for you with in moderation. Then “your pop-culture obsession is not a sickness” by Amanda Marcotte, is stating that being a fan, or obsessing over something is not exactly unhealthy, and can very well cause a person to become very creative. In the article “is there something psychologically unhealthy about being a fan” by Phoebe Reilly.
Respected judges, dear parents and friends, the speech topic given to me is: “Popular Culture: Shaping and reflecting who we are. Explain what the topic means to you and our society.” Popular culture is the contemporary lifestyle and items that are well known and generally accepted within a population. The cultural patterns that are widespread within our population are all part of our popular culture. I believe that pop culture does have an influence in shaping and reflecting us and our society. Popular culture has existed since the beginning of time.