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An important example of how television profoundly affects how people think and act is Turkish TV shows. There are worries that the way violence against women is shown in these shows could lead to more gender discrimination and femicide in real life. This piece looks at the link between Turkish TV shows and violence against women. It also talks about the role of RTÜK the organization that oversees broadcasts and the changes that must be made to make the media environment healthy.
The Influence Of Television On Social Norms
Television has had a massive impact on how people act today. Its effect has grown more robust in the 21st century compared to the 20th. TV shows often show and reinforce society beliefs and actions. With so many people watching it daily, TV is a solid way to create and strengthen social rules. With the rise of new information tools this effect has grown. The people who make media now have a more extensive reach and impact.
How behaviors are portrayed on TV can make those behaviors seem normal and okay in real life. Because of this the ideas shown in TV shows often become part of everyday life. The way violence is portrayed can change how people think about what is okay. TV shows are more than just fun; they affect how people think and act. The words these shows send can significantly change people's standards and habits.
Analysis Of Violence In Turkish Tv Series
A lot of bloodshed is shown on Turkish TV shows. This problem is brought up in "Series Violence Report 2." A lot of famous shows have scenes where women are abused. As an example the show "Sen Anlat Karadeniz" has upsetting scenes of abuse. There is physical violence in these scenes like pulling, hitting and being locked up against your will.
According to the study these kinds of images can make violent behavior seem normal and even excellent. People who see these kinds of images often may start to think that violence is just a normal part of life. These scenes' mental and visual effects may also make people less sensitive. Over time showing violence over and over again can change how people feel about aggressiveness. The effects of these shows go beyond enjoyment they have real life effects on how people act and think.
Impact Of TV Series On Gender Discrimination And Femicide
The way violence is shown in Turkish TV shows has effects on real life. The "Kadın Cinayetlerini Durduracağız" site shows scary numbers. In Turkey in 2020 182 women were killed by men in just seven months. During these cases guns were often used. The platform data points to a link between violent TV shows and violent events that happen in real life. The way guns and violent behavior are portrayed on TV can change how people feel.
Gun scenes happen a lot in Turkish shows which is a big deal. These images might make people act in the same way in real life. The link between TV shows and femicide brings to light a significant problem. Getting rid of this link is essential for reducing the effects of harmful media on society. To make successful changes we need to know how media portrayals affect violence and discrimination based on gender.
RTÜKs Role And Regulatory Measures
RTÜK ensures that Turkish TV shows follow the rules and don't harm people's health. It also oversees public media and ensures that material rules are followed to prevent damaging images.
Even though RTÜK is supposed to be in charge of regulation its actions are not always consistent. The Series Violence Report 2 shows holes in the system for punishing incorrect material which makes people wonder how well it works.
RTÜK says that some scenes are wrong because they contain violence or sexual material but there doesn't seem to be any policing of these rules which changes how the media affects people.
It is essential to improve RTÜK rules and implementation. Stricter regulations and constant enforcement of laws can help lessen the adverse effects of violent TV shows and encourage healthy media practices.
For control to work there must be a balance between freedom of the press and public health. RTÜK's job is to keep watchers safe from dangerous material and to promote the creation of excellent and valuable TV shows.
Societal Impact And Viewer Demographics
● Viewer Demographics: Many people watch Turkish TV shows including many who have less schooling. The harmful material on TV may affect these watchers.
● Effects on Levels of Education: People who aren't well educated are more likely to be hurt by violent TV shows. Media messages might make them more easily swayed because they don't think critically enough.
● Integration into Daily Life: TV shows often become essential in people's daily lives especially those with less schooling. The material they usually receive can significantly affect how they act and think.
● Perception of Violence: The normalizing of violence in television shows might lead to a false sense of acceptable conduct among viewers with inadequate knowledge. This can make people more open to violence in real life.
● Role of Media Literacy: Programs that teach people how to understand and think critically about the media they watch are critical. Learning about how the media affects people can lessen the harmful effects of violent TV shows.
Recommendations For Reform
● Stringenter Content Regulation: Take stricter steps to control how violence is shown on TV and ensure that programs follow the rules to protect the public health.
● Better Enforcement: Ensure that current rules are followed more closely. If media makers break the rules about dangerous content they will be less likely to continue doing bad things.
● Promote Positive Content: To promote positive content encourage the creation of TV shows that show good ideals and appropriate behavior. Back material that promotes equality and respect.
● Media Literacy Education: Shows that teach people how the media affects their lives teach people how to think critically about and understand what they see on TV.
● Focus on Public Health: Ensure governmental processes align with public health goals. Also rules about the media should prioritize protecting people's health and safety over letting people post whatever they want.
Conclusion
Turkish TV shows significantly affect how people act and follow the rules. The way these shows show violence against women adds to real life problems like femicide and inequality based on gender. To successfully handle these issues RTÜK legal measures must be improved. Reforming rules about the media and teaching viewers more are essential steps to take to lessen the harmful effects of TV material. By dealing with these problems Turkey can work to make the media more supportive of public health and good social change.
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