Abstract
The present study was conducted in order to compare outcomes across distinct occupations that are exposed to disturbing media. Using four previously researched samples, I compared results across negative and positive outcomes such as STSD, burnout, social support, and growth. Samples included employees in roles within federal law enforcement and military legal professions. Results indicated that there were some significant differences between occupations on levels of STSD, burnout, and social support. In addition, results showed all samples measuring growth were scoring within the mid-range of scores, indicative of some growth potential. These results also showed that exposure type (Indirect, Combined Exposure) may not be an appropriate classification for roles within disturbing media, as results were not conclusive. Future research should continue to explore disturbing media between varying occupational roles while including measures such as growth.
Advisor
Lisa M. Perez
Committee Member
Kristie L. Campana
Committee Member
Marilyn L. Fox
Date of Degree
2015
Language
english
Document Type
Thesis
Degree
Master of Arts (MA)
Department
Psychology
College
Social and Behavioral Sciences
Recommended Citation
Gundermann, C. N. (2016). Created Equal? Comparing Disturbing Media Outcomes Across Occupations [Master’s thesis, Minnesota State University, Mankato]. Cornerstone: A Collection of Scholarly and Creative Works for Minnesota State University, Mankato. https://cornerstone.lib.mnsu.edu/etds/515/
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