It's The Same Old Story: Rape Representation in New Zealand Newspapers (1975 - 2015)

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It's The Same Old Story: Rape Representation in New Zealand Newspapers (1975 - 2015)

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Newspaper reporting of rape, and in particular, representations of women as rape victims, have historically been presented by the media in a misinformed manner, influenced by myths and misconceptions about the dynamics of sexual violence. Previous research has shown media depictions can promote victim-blaming attitudes which affect society’s understanding toward sexual violence, promoting false narratives and rape-supportive beliefs. Victim narratives of sexual victimisation struggle within a...

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22 Nov, 2021

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Barton, Ange

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Rape / Newspapers / Media / Content / Analysis / School: School of Social and Cultural Studies / Unit: Institute of Criminology / 160299 Criminology not elsewhere classified / 160201 Causes and Prevention of Crime / 959999 Cultural Understanding not elsewhere classified / Degree Discipline: Criminology / Degree Level: Masters / Degree Name: Master of Arts / Criminology not elsewhere classified / Causes and Prevention of Crime

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