Romantic Media Exposure’s Effect On Relationship Beliefs And Expectations

ASU Author/Contributor (non-ASU co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)
Catelyn R. Ray (Creator)
Institution
Appalachian State University (ASU )
Web Site: https://library.appstate.edu/
Advisor
Christopher Holden

Abstract: In modern American societies, media exposure has been increasing over time, imposing possible negative side effects (Crone & Konijn, 2018). Exposure to romantic movie media may be influential to persuading a person's beliefs as well as their relationship satisfaction (Vannier & O’Sullivan, 2017). Inconsistencies regarding interpersonal relationships when compared to romantic movie media may lead to levels of dissatisfaction (Gala & Ghadivali, 2020). Due to previous findings, romantic movie media may enforce unrealistic and idealized beliefs (Hefner et al, 2017; Hefner & Kretz, 2021). Exposure to portrayals of relationships in movies could reinforce ideals such as “love as the key to happiness” (Hefner et al., 2017; Timmermans & Coenen, 2019). Using experimental methods, this study works towards expanding upon previous research focusing on romantic Disney film exposures to assess the effect on someone's romantic belief and satisfaction levels.

Additional Information

Publication
Honors Project
Ray, C. (2022). Romantic Media Exposure’s Effect On Relationship Beliefs And Expectations. Unpublished Honors Thesis. Appalachian State University, Boone, NC.
Language: English
Date: 2022
Keywords
Disney, romantic movie media, relationship beliefs, relationship satisfactions, idealization

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