Message Received

Focusing on significant public issues, the book presents recent research from the Glasgow Media Group, exploring topics like the effects of fictional violence on children and media portrayals of ethnic minorities and global crises. It delves into representations of mental illness and public perceptions of health and food safety risks. Additionally, the Group analyzes media controversies, including the BSE crisis and pivotal historical events like the collapse of communism in Eastern Europe, highlighting the media's role in shaping public understanding.