Aggressive Media Leads to Aggressive Dating

Date

2010

Authors

Connolly, Jennifer
Friedlander, Laura
Pepler, Debra
Craig, Wendy
Laporte, Lise

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Abstract

TV shows, movies, and other forms of media that depict aggressive behaviours can lead to dating aggression among youth. Teenagers who are ethnic minorities are especially at risk.

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Psychology, Media, Domestic Violence

Citation

Connolly, J., Friedlander, L., Pepler, D., Craig, W., and Laporte, L. (2010). The ecology of adolescent dating aggression: Attitudes, relationships, media use, and socio-demographic risk factors. Journal of Aggression, Maltreatment & Trauma, 19(5), 469-491.