1. Identify different types of media that display sexual images.
Videogames
Movies
Magazines
Internet
2. What does the media teach us about women's sexuality?
Good looking, slim bodies with huge breasts and angular jawbones and absolutely no hair on their bodies.
3. What does the media teach us about men's sexuality?
They are tall with muscles, big arms and abs and strong.
4. What does the media teach us about sexual relationships?
It is pleasurable.
Are these answers good? Or there is anymore I can add please don't hesitate to reply.
Thanks.
I agree with Ms. Sue. You seem to relate solely to physical traits rather than sexual roles. What does it mean to be feminine vs. masculine in our culture? These norms, although they are changing, are typically transmitted by the media. For example, the media is more likely to portray women stereotypically as more passive, emotional and irrational, while men are seen as more active and logical.
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I hope this helps a little more. Thanks for asking.
I'd add:
1. television
2. often weak and portrayed as victims
3. often sexual predators
4. no consequences such as std's and unwanted pregnancies
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The media that display sexual images are Videogames, Movies Magazines, the Internet and television
A) The media teaches us that women need to look unattractively extreme with a good-looking slim body, unnaturally large breasts, strong jawbones and absolutely no hair on their bodies. Also, they are portrayed often as weak and portrayed as victims
B) The media teaches us that men also need to look a certain way such as being abnormally tall with large muscles, big arms, abs and strong. Also, they are portrayed as often sexual predators.
C) The media teaches us that sexual relationships are very pleasurable, but it also has its cons such as sex at a young age, sex with no knowledge of the consequences and sex without learning the rules etc.
Your answers provide a general idea of some messages that the media can portray about sexuality, but it is important to recognize that the media is diverse and can present a wide range of perspectives. Here are some additional points to consider:
1. Types of media that display sexual images:
- Television shows
- Advertisements
- Music videos
- ography (explicit sexual content)
- Social media platforms
- Artwork and paintings
- Books and literature
2. Messages about women's sexuality:
- Women are often portrayed as objects of desire or as passive recipients of sexual advances.
- The media often emphasizes physical beauty and unrealistic body standards for women.
- Women are sometimes depicted as submissive or overly sexualized.
- There can be a tendency to focus on women's appearance rather than their thoughts, achievements, or individuality.
3. Messages about men's sexuality:
- Men are often depicted as strong, dominant, and sexually aggressive.
- The media frequently emphasizes muscularity and physical strength as indicators of masculinity.
- Men may be portrayed as emotionally detached or solely driven by sexual desire.
- Unrealistic expectations about sexual performance and stamina can also be conveyed.
4. Messages about sexual relationships:
- The media often presents sexual relationships as glamorous, exciting, and highly romanticized.
- There can be a focus on physical pleasure without always addressing issues such as consent, communication, or emotional intimacy.
- Relationships are sometimes portrayed as solely based on physical attraction, rather than deeper emotional connections.
- Certain relationship dynamics, such as power imbalances or unhealthy behaviors, can be overlooked or misrepresented.
It's important to critically analyze and question the messages conveyed by the media, recognizing that they can shape societal attitudes towards sexuality. It's also crucial to seek out diverse sources of information and perspectives to gain a more well-rounded understanding.