Violence in the Media

By James D. Torr

Book Overview

Many parents, lawmakers, and researchers believe that violent movies, television programs, music, and video games contribute to the high rates of violence in American society. Authors debate the issue in the following chapters: How Serious Is the Problem of Violence in the Media? Does Violence in the Media Make Children and Teenagers More Violent? Should Children's Access to Violent Media Be Restricted? How Should the Problem of Media Violence Be Addressed?

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 073770456X
• ISBN13: 9780737704563
• Release Date: September 2000
• Publisher: Greenhaven Press
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.86 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.8" x 9.8"
• Age Range: 13 years and up
• Grade Range: Grade 9 and higher