Emotion Regulation and Media: International and Interdisciplinary Perspectives (SUK)
In today’s digital age, various forms of media play a pivotal role in shaping our emotional experiences. On one hand, media can act as catalysts, triggering emotions through current events, crises, and entertainment. On the other hand, media also provides tools for emotion regulation, whether through social interaction, music, or immersive technologies like virtual and augmented reality. Additionally, artificial intelligence is now emerging as a supportive force in managing our emotional well-being.
By exploring these dynamics, this course draws on interdisciplinary research, from psychology to sociology and media studies, and is grounded in the latest findings from the Routledge International Handbook of Emotions and Media (Döveling & Konijn 2021). Through engaging, student-driven projects, participants will delve into the multifaceted relationship between emotions and media in our digital society.
Learning Outcomes:
1. Comprehend how different media influence emotional responses.
2. Integrate interdisciplinary theories to analyse emotion-media interactions.
3. Enhance critical thinking and media literacy skills.
4. Foster empathy and emotional intelligence in media contexts.
5. Explore the role of AI in emotion regulation.
Relevance for Career and Life:
1. Prepares professionals in media, communication, and psychology with vital skills.
2. Equips students to navigate and impact emotional dynamics in digital and professional environments.
3. Cultivates adaptability in rapidly evolving media landscapes.
4. Enhances personal emotional well-being and growth.
5. Builds a foundation for impactful, empathetic engagement in various careers.
Literature:
Döveling, K. & E. A. Konijn (Ed.) (2021). Routledge International Handbook of Emotions and Media. London: Routledge. Online in the library of Hda
Bowman, N, D., Cohen, E., Döveling, K. (2021). Emotion and digital media: Emotion regulation in interactive, on-demand, and networked media. In K. Döveling & E. A. Konijn (Ed.), Routledge International Handbook of Emotions and Media. (316-328). London: Routledge. Online in the library of Hda: https://hds.hebis.de/hda/Record/HEB488856094