Homework: Portrayals of Schizophrenia by Entertainment Media: A Content Analysis of Contemporary Movies
Read this article about the portrayal of schizophrenia in the media. This article focuses on mental illness as depicted in contemporary movies. To some, this can raise awareness of issues. To others, in can perpetuate negative and untrue stigmas around mental illness. Using this article as well as other sources, write a paper to discuss the portrayal of schizophrenia in the media.
Analyze how the media portrayal of schizophrenia impacts the stigma around mental health.
Include each of the following points in your homework:
a. Write a 2 to 3 pages paper that discusses mental illness as portrayed in the media
b. What is the key argument of the article?
c. What are some misleading characteristics of schizophrenia portrayed in media identified in the article?
d. Does the media impose negative stereotypes, or can it be used to get rid of these stereotypes?
e. What is your experience with seeing mental illness in media?
Format your homework according to the give formatting requirements:
a. The answer must be double spaced, typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
b. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the course title, the student's name, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
c. Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.