Television as Significant Other: Its Relationship to Self-Description in Five Countries

Television as Significant Other: Its Relationship to Self-Description in Five Countries

Reports on a study of the role of television as significant other and relationships between various self-concepts, perceived closeness of self to television, and television exposure. Adults in Japan, Korea, Philippines, United States, and Great Britain participated. Results indicate the importance o...

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Published in:Journal of Cross-Cultural Psychology Vol. 16; no. 3; p. 289
Main Authors: Newton, Barbara J, Buck, Elizabeth B
Format: Journal Article
Language:English
Published: 1985
Subjects:
Mass Media Effects
Self Concept
Self Evaluation (Individuals)
Sex Differences
Television
Television Research
Television Viewing
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Summary:Reports on a study of the role of television as significant other and relationships between various self-concepts, perceived closeness of self to television, and television exposure. Adults in Japan, Korea, Philippines, United States, and Great Britain participated. Results indicate the importance of what television "tells" viewers about themselves. (SA)
Bibliography:Theme issue with title "Television in the Developing World."