Question

Using feminist theory how does the media impact how we see women?

Answer 1

The feminist theory aims to understand the nature of gender inequality highlights the role media plays how we see women as media is one of the most pervasive and the most powerful influences. Generally, media communicate images of the sexes, perpetuating unrealistic, stereotypical, and limiting perceptions. For example, women are underrepresented leading to a false implication that men are the cultural standard and women are unimportant. Second, the portrayal of men and women is stereotypical, that reflects and sustains socially endorsed views of gender. Third, the depictions of relationships between men and women; emphasizes the traditional roles and normalizes the violence against women.