Communicating Aggression in a Megamedia World

This book explores the threat of aggression in communication in the era of megamedia culture and proposes a theory of media communication closely related to the model of discursive rationality. It combines key elements of media theory, communication philosophy, normative ethics, and social psychology and anthropology to address this issue.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 128 pages
Publication date: 31 May 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

In the era of megamedia culture, aggression in communication poses a significant threat to the communication community. This book delves into the realm of transcendental pragmatics to explore the phenomenon of megamedia aggression and its destructive impact. By conceptualizing these phenomena from this perspective, the book aims to establish a media communication theory that is closely aligned with the model of discursive rationality. This theory will be critical and normative, embedded within the framework of social co-responsibility and an ethics of co-responsibility.

Drawing from a diverse range of media theory, communication philosophy, normative ethics, and social psychology and social anthropology, this book offers valuable insights to scholars and students in communication studies, philosophy, anthropology, psychology, and psychoanalysis. It sheds light on the complex dynamics between media, communication, and social behavior, providing a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and opportunities in the modern media landscape.

The book's exploration of megamedia aggression highlights the need for a theoretical framework that can account for the unique characteristics of the digital age. It emphasizes the importance of diagnosing the destructive force of aggression in media communication and developing strategies to mitigate its negative effects. By integrating key elements of media theory, communication philosophy, normative ethics, and social psychology and social anthropology, the book offers a holistic approach to understanding the complexities of media aggression and its impact on individuals, communities, and society as a whole.

In conclusion, this book is a groundbreaking contribution to the field of communication studies. It provides a comprehensive and interdisciplinary perspective on the phenomenon of megamedia aggression, offering valuable insights and strategies for navigating the challenges and opportunities of the digital age. By combining key elements of media theory, communication philosophy, normative ethics, and social psychology and social anthropology, it offers a rich and nuanced understanding of the complex dynamics between media, communication, and social behavior. This book will be of great interest to scholars and students in communication studies, philosophy, anthropology, psychology, and psychoanalysis.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 216 x 138 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367649036