There are a multitude of influences on adolescent identity development. In modern times, the Internet, social media, and visual images (such as the advertisements portrayed in the video, Killing Us Softly 4, included in this weeks studies) can have a profound effect on both the self-concept and self-esteem of teenagers and young adults. This discussion has two parts:
Use the Internet and other media sources such as television to observe how teens and young adults are portrayed. Describe the images, themes, and messages that are displayed in at least TWO different venues.
Discuss how multimedia (using the images you found) can impact the development of an adolescent’s self-esteem using at least one developmental theory to inform your description.
Note: Be sure to support your post with concepts from the assigned readings and media, highlighting the Killing Us Softly 4 video.
Prior to posting, read the Discussion Participation Scoring Guide to ensure you have met the expectations for this discussion. Use scholarly resources as needed. Include APA current edition style in-text citations and a list of references as applicable. Unless otherwise specified, these are the expectations for all discussions in this course.
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