An Investigation into the effect of media In the form of Violent and non-violent movies on perceived Levels of stress.
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An Investigation into the effect of media In the form of Violent and non-violent movies on perceived Levels of stress Abstract The aim of this investigation is to research the relationship between Media in the form of violent and non-violent movies on the perceived levels of stress. The hypothesis stated that the group that viewed the violent view clip would have an increase in heart rate in comparison to that of the non-violent. The physiological effects for both the violent and non -violent movie groups was monitored to view if the violent movie would cause an increase in the physiological responses; in an empty classroom. An opportunity sample of Twenty four participants aged 16 - 17; equal men and women all students, all had resting heart rate taken. One group; equal men and women, was then shown a violent video clip. The other group was then shown a non-violent video clip. Both group's had...


