What do the women in these programs look like? How are they represented? What message do you think this sends to those watching? Think about the men in the same manner.

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Think about popular television programs, movies and other entertainment media on the air right now. Think about how gender is portrayed through this medium.

What do the women in these programs look like? How are they represented? What message do you think this sends to those watching? Think about the men in the same manner.

What do the men look like? How are the men represented? What message do you think this sends to those watching? What kinds of messages do you think the media is sending about men and women in our society? Do you believe these differences have a psychological impact on our society and on individuals within our society?

Discuss your thoughts in a paper of at least three pages, double spaced, 12- point font. Chapter 10.2 will be of help to you as you organize your thoughts.