Media Relations Research Articles

Parent problematic media use, child reactivity, and income: Context for parents’ use of media emotion regulation strategies in the United States

ABSTRACT Using the ABC-X model of family stress, this study examines how parent resources and deficits of resources (e.g. depressive symptoms, problematic media use) relate to parents’ use of media emotion regulation practices, as well as the moderating role of child emotional reactivity and household income in these processes. Survey data from 598 parents of 3–7-year-olds in the United States, 33.44% White, 23.58% Black, 19.40% Hispanic, 18.90% Asian, and 4.68% multi-racial/ethnic, was examined in an SEM framework. Analyses revealed parents’ problematic media use and child emotional reactivity related positively to media emotion regulation practices. Furthermore, the relationship between parent problematic media use and media emotion regulation practices was significantly moderated by both child emotional reactivity and household income. As child emotional reactivity increased, the relationship between parent problematic media use and media emotion regulation practices strengthened (becoming more positive). The same pattern was found for household income. Results underscore the interacting roles of parents’ own relationships with media, child reactivity, and household income in shaping media emotion regulation practices. Findings suggest that supporting parents in improving their media relationships may reduce their tendency to use devices to calm children, especially among affluent parents or parents of highly reactive children.

“They Sound Hot”

The association of Supergiant Games’s Hades with bisexuality has become so commonplace online that it is the subject of memes and parody. Fan groups joke about Hades ‘turning people bi’ as well as the ‘horniness’ and ‘thirstiness’ of the game’s fanbase, and explicit fanfics and fanart of the characters are abundant online. Jen Zee’s impossibly attractive character designs befit the subjects, literal deities and mythic figures, but they alone do not explain why these millennia-old characters are suddenly the object of modern lust. The characters’ dialogue and the voice actors who brought it to life also play a major role. Furthermore, I argue that the superlative nature of Hades, the result of so much hard work at Supergiant, is not the only factor contributing to its iconic, memetic status. The paucity of positive, deliberate, unambiguous depictions of queer people and queer relationships in mainstream media meant that Hades shone all the brighter by featuring a bisexual protagonist, Zagreus, and offering the possibility of a polyamorous relationship among Zagreus, Megaera, and Thanatos. As players reconsidered their own assumed heterosexuality, the result of compulsory heterosexuality, they also formed and found online communities where others discussed their own queer awakenings. Eros and thanatos, sex and death, are two major themes in Hades, but they are not the only ones. Love, family, honor, the importance of communication, all of these are celebrated as the player progresses through the story. Willingness to embrace both-and—and therefore queerness—rather than demand mutual exclusion lie at the heart of the narrative, as Zagreus realizes that he does not have to choose between his mothers, that he can be himself and find a role in the House, and that he can love both Megaera and Thanatos. For the players and fans, too, there is both-and as the game satisfies both narratively and ludically, visually and aurally. By presenting characters who are unabashedly beautiful and sexy to both eye and ear—characters who lie outside of modern society’s norms, in a story that is ultimately happy—Hades pierces the enforced curtain concealing the possibilities of lives unfettered by compulsory heterosexuality and biphobia. The fan community has responded by writing about how Hades has contributed positively to their own identities and by making art that celebrates the grand diversity of human sexuality.

Strategi Media Relation Humas Pemerintah Kota Bekasi dalam Meningkatkan Citra Lembaga

Government public relations has a very crucial role in maintaining a positive image of the institution, one of which is through media relations strategies. This research aims to determine the Bekasi City Government Public Relations media relations strategy in improving the institution's image referring to media relations strategy theory with three indicators; managing relationships, developing strategies, and developing networks. The research approach used is qualitative with a case study method. Data collection through interviews, observation and documentation. The research results show that Bekasi City Government Public Relations implements a media relations strategy through intensive communication with the media both verbally and non-verbally, carrying out media relations activities such as coffee mornings, press conferences and press releases. In developing the strategy, several efforts have been made, such as creating new concepts, providing the latest information, becoming a valuable resource, and following up on negative news. Meanwhile, at the network development stage, collaboration has been carried out with students, the police, Gojek application providers and the media. This research provides implications for scientific development, especially public relations and has a practical impact in implementing public relations activities through media relations strategies.

Strategic Public Relations Practices and Consumer Buying Behaviour in Sub-Saharan Africa

The purpose of this work was to assess if strategic public relations practices have made an appreciable impact on consumer buying behaviour in Nigeria. In a descriptive research design, we adopted a quantitative survey and both descriptive and inferential statistics were used to answer the four research questions. Primary data was generated from a sample of 800 respondents selected across the six geopolitical zones of the country using multiple sampling techniques. Results from the estimation of a multiple regression analysis to determine the impact of both community relations practice, customer relations practice, media relations practice and government relations practice shows that significant efforts have been made by strategic public relations practitioners in the area that will help businesses succeed in the true sense of business success. The study concluded that any increase in the strategic public relations practice affects consumers’ decision to buy, hence increases the profitability of the companies while also preserving the environment and image of the company. In line with the findings, the study recommended a nuanced approach to strategic public relations practices in the Nigerian context, where diverse consumer preferences and behaviours are at play and continuous monitoring and adaptation of strategic PR practices remain very critical.

Strategi Komunikasi Humas DJKI Kemenkumham dalam Membangun Media Relations dengan Jurnalis: Studi pada Humas DJKI Kemenkumham & SCTV

The role of mass media is crucial in shaping public opinion and disseminating information to the broader community. A harmonious relationship between organizations and the media, particularly through public relations, is essential for conveying a positive image and maintaining public trust. This study focuses on the role of the Public Relations Office of the Direktorat Jenderal Kekayaan Intelektual (DJKI) of the Ministry of Law and Human Rights (Kemenkumham) in building media relations with journalists, with a specific focus on journalists from SCTV. The study aims to identify the communication strategies employed by the DJKI’s Public Relations Office and evaluate the effectiveness and challenges faced in their interactions with the media. A qualitative research approach was used, including in-depth interviews and document analysis to gain insights from both DJKI’s PR officials and SCTV journalists. The findings indicate that the DJKI’s Public Relations Office employs various strategies to build and maintain positive relationships with journalists. These strategies include organizing press conferences, distributing press releases, and managing social media. However, the study also identifies several challenges, such as differences in response times, information gaps, and differing expectations between the PR team and journalists. The insights from this research provide valuable information for the DJKI’s Public Relations Office and other PR practitioners on effective media management. The recommendations are expected to enhance communication strategies and strengthen media relationships, ultimately helping to achieve institutional communication goals and improve public image.

Implementation of Sentiment Analysis and Social Network Analysis of Twitter User Opinions on Web-Based Political Issues

The functionality of both sentiment analysis and social network analysis on social media such as Twitter or X can holds significant potential for understanding public opinion, especially in political-related issues. Despite its potential, there is currently lack of application that can provide these types of analyses. This research aimed to help to analyse public opinion in the field of political issues by using sentiment analysis and social network analysis techniques that can help to analyse the tendency of public opinion polarity on Twitter or X social media and to visualize the relationship of social media accounts with other social media accounts. The results obtained from this research are web applications that can help in problems related to sentiment analysis and network analysis using libraries from the Python programming language, and NodeJs. Based on the results of blackbox testing and technical testing, it can be concluded that the system that has been built can run in accordance with the predetermined design.

The Romantic Influencer: A Review of Social Media’s Impact on Relationship Satisfaction

Social media is a significant part of the modern human experience. It infiltrates every part of life. There is great value in understanding the nature of social media in every sphere of its influence, especially the romantic relationship. The general public has long been concerned over the suspected harmful impact of social media in relationships. This literature review synthesizes studies over the past decade on the relationship between social media usage and romantic relationship satisfaction. While many problematic outcomes have been found for romantic partners due to social media, other studies have shown positive effects. Most of these social media behaviors foster unintentional consequences, whether positive or negative. A few examples of negative social media influences include increased partner suspicion, conflict, and pressure. Ultimately, these produce lower levels of satisfaction. Benefits from social media’s inclusion in the life of a couple, such as easier communication and common interest building, were found to positively impact satisfaction. Additionally, this review interacts with unique studies on the impact of intentional social media abuses, including addiction and unfaithfulness. The overarching theme is the circular causality of romantic satisfaction. There are many interacting factors involved in social media’s use and the way it is perceived among partners. These must be studied in greater depth to truly capture social media’s pull in romantic relationships. In review of the literature, specific considerations toward sampling and measurement are noted. Opportunities for further research include employing new research methods and focusing on the impact of social media on the family system. These findings have the potential to improve the quality of therapy among professionals who work with couples. Public agencies can use such information to improve education and implement preventative measures in the social media arena. In this review, social media is referred to as SM for the sake of brevity.

Pengaruh Budaya Kerja dan Lingkungan Kerja terhadap Kinerja pada PT. Talco Creative Indonesia Kota Tangerang

PT. Talco Creative Indonesia Tangerang City is a company engaged in digital marketing and social media management which runs various kinds of event programs, media releases and social media management. This company has been established since 2020 and is located in Griya Jakarta block i1 No. 24 South Tangerang, Banten Province, Indonesia. PT. Talco Creative Indonesia Tangerang City also makes a product that focuses on media relations and event organizers. As well as focusing on solving problems by providing main needs such as pre-production to post-production needs and educational needs in the form of event planning, leadership and organizational structure. The data collection methods in this thesis research are questionnaires, observations, literature studies with a population of 33 employees and using a sample of 33. Determined using saturated sampling techniques and using the SPSS version 26 program. The results of this research show that work culture has a partial and significant effect. on employee performance. The work environment has a partial and significant effect on employee performance. Work Culture and Work Environment simultaneously influence employee performance.

Exploring the Role of Social Media in Disaster Management: A Case Study of the 2021 South Kalimantan Flood

The emergence of social media has opened huge potentials for the risk mitigation in disaster management. However, the big flood in 2021 that swept almost entire South Kalimantan territory has left some questions about the relations of social media and risk mitigation despite the prevalence of social media users in the region. This article sought to describe the utilization (or lack thereof) of social media in the disaster management in the South Kalimantan especially in Banjar Regency, Hulu Sungai Tengah Regency, and Tabalong Regency before, during and after the big flood. The data are gathered by conducting systematic interviews with stakeholders, observation, and collecting related information from the internet. For the result, it was evident that social media platforms like Facebook, WhatsApp, and Instagram played critical roles where traditional communication systems failed or were nonexistent. In Banjar, external volunteers utilized these platforms to coordinate aid and disseminate crucial information, in contrast, the initial disregard for digital communications in HST highlighted the challenges of media literacy and trust in digital platforms, while the case of Tabalong serves as a model for other regions, demonstrating how leveraging local knowledge and social media can create a resilient and responsive community.

Assessing the Indonesian National Police Crisis Communication in the Ferdy Sambo Case: Media Strategy, Online Engagement, and SOSTAC Model Evaluation

This study aims to evaluate the crisis communication strategies used by the Indonesian National Police to manage the high-profile Ferdy Sambo case, which negatively impacted the institution's reputation and public trust. By analyzing media coverage from August 2022 to March 2023, this research employs a post-positivistic paradigm and qualitative methods, including interviews with key personnel, to understand how the Indonesian National Police executed its crisis communication strategy. A summative evaluation approach is also used to assess the effectiveness of these efforts through public feedback, media responses, news analysis from kompas.com, and internal evaluations. Additionally, the study explores the role of internal organizational communication in aligning management actions with institutional objectives. The findings reveal both strengths and limitations in the strategies the Indonesian National Police applied, highlighting successful approaches used to repair and improve public perceptions of the institution, with the importance of transparency, rapid responsiveness, and consistency in communication. This study concludes with recommendations to enhance public relations practices, such as press or media relation strategy to sustain and build the institution’s reputation.

To analyse the impact of public relations strategies on the contribution of goals and initiatives of vision 2030

Background: This study aims to analyse the impact of public relations strategies on the promotion of Vision 2030 initiatives. Public relations, including media relations, crisis communication, and stakeholder engagement, are essential tools for shaping public perception and supporting national development plans. Method: A quantitative research approach is adopted for the study while the data collection technique employed is the structured questionnaires administered on a sample of 100 respondents. Descriptive analysis and correlation is done using statistical software known as SPSS in ascertaining the relationship between the proposed public relation strategies and the perception of Vision 2030 among the public. Findings: The study affirmed that management’s strategies of public relation have positively impacted public awareness and support to Vision 2030. Media relations and social media management enhance public communication. The stakeholders’ engagement is central to Vision 2030 goals promotion and success achievement. Recommendations: Media and social media strategies should be enhanced with the material of which the content is oriented in accordance with the designated demographic segment. Frequent and regular communication to the stakeholders would ensure that the news about the new Vision 2030 initiatives spreads widely hence getting support from many people. Moreover, the enhancement of crisis communication plans and protocols contributes to the increase in the public’s confidence and backing especially in turbulent times.

Strategi Media Relations Pt. Angkasa Pura Ii Di Bandar Udara Fatmawati Soekarno Bengkulu

The aim of the research is to determine the media relations strategy carried out by PT Angkasa Pura II at Fatmawati Bengkulu Airport in fostering good relations with the media. This research uses the Four-step Public Relations Process theory by taking the six media PR strategies proposed by Frank Jefkins. This type of research uses a qualitative approach with data collection techniques through observation, in-depth interviews and documentation. The results of this research can be concluded that PT. Angkasa Pura II at Fatmawati Bengkulu Airport in building good relations with the media, namely carrying out various activities such as invitations for coverage at the airport terminal, media visits and providing a wifi network for the media. Apart from that, there are obstacles, namely the large number of media who find it difficult to attend the activities being held.

25 Years of Türkiye’s Media Initiatives in Africa

Since around 2005, Türkiye has focused on establishing close relations with African countries, spanning politics, economics, culture, and media. This study aims to briefly touch upon the transformation of press and media in Africa and examine Türkiye’s initiatives in the African media landscape, particularly since 2005. This original work aims to serve as a guide for both media professionals and decision-makers in Türkiye’s foreign policy. Additionally, it seeks to ensure that the country’s media relations with African countries are based on a solid foundation. Due to the broad scope of the subject, Türkiye’s media initiatives have been analyzed under separate headings. Moreover, Türkiye’s steps in media relations with African countries, especially since 2005, have been investigated. To gather information on the topic, news articles, official statements, agreements signed by Türkiye with African countries in the media field, and decisions made during this process have been examined. Upon examination of the country’s media relations with African countries, it is observed that various initiatives have been taken, particularly since 2008. These relations in the media field have seen an upward trend through the 2020s. However, there is a need for further steps to be taken, particularly in areas such as the employment of African media professionals and collaboration in the media field, as well as producing more content related to Africa.

Media pressure, corporate social responsibility, and the risk of share price crash

The investigation employs a compilation of data from 5085 listed entities over the period from 2013 to 2022 to explore the dynamics between media coverage, corporate social responsibility initiatives (CSR), and the risk of stock market crashes. The results suggest that greater media focus can elevate the chances of stock value plummeting, whereas robust CSR dedication tends to mitigate such risks. The extent of overall debt funding plays a significant role as an intermediary in the connection between CSR efforts and the threat of equity market meltdowns. Moreover, the influence of the audit services provided by the Big Four firms greatly alters the correlation between CSR endeavors and the probability of market downturns. Additionally, the influence of CSR on the risk of crashes varies based on the profitability of the company. The study proposes that enhancing CSR execution, maintaining moderate levels of financial leverage, and optimizing approaches to media relations can all contribute to reducing the likelihood of stock market crashes.

From News Rooms to Press Releases- Redefining Public Relations as the New Journalism

This paper attempts to look at the changing geography of public relations as it's fleetly transubstantiating to perform with old journalism. It critically assesses how PR has come a major player in public converse and how these have made their way into the mainstream media stories and eventually public opinion. The paper shall take a critical look at the strategy the PR companies employ to produce popular and harmonious press releases and pitches with intelligencers and the followership, in areas similar as liar, media relations, extremity operation, and the objectification of new media, social media engagement. It also arises the ethical considerations and problems that PR professionals must have, including not getting prejudiced and transparent while representing the interest of their guests. This demonstrates how public opinion can be manipulated and used through the help of PR and the need to uphold the loftiest integrity norms within those professionals working in the field. This study is understood by the literacy areas into the farther direction of communication and PR manipulation, as well as its eventuality.

Perspectives from Public Relations :Media Relations in an Evolving Media Landscape

<p>The purpose of this research is to describe how Public Relations professionnals understands journalists and the media industry works to provide the information to maximise company publications in the media. This research was conducted with in-depth interviews with Public Relations professionals from different companies. Mediating The Media Model will help PR professionals understand the important factors in establishing media relations and media coverage, especially when social media and mainstream media intersect. Media relations extend beyond establishing communication with journalists. Media relations is a complex <del cite="mailto:Carl%20Christianne%20%20G.%20Dizon" datetime="2024-09-12T16:49">,</del>activity; by considering the media works, and the publication strategy that must be given to get news coverage. Especially with the development of digital technology, it provides a new space for Public Relations to carry out media relations.This research found that news values are the primary consideration in providing information subsidies to the media. Although company advertisers are considered as the primary determinant of newsrooms loading company news, the development of digital media has changed how Public Relations defines the meaning of media in media relations. Media is no longer limited to mainstream media, but also personal channels like in the case of influencers. Some mainstream media are also starting to be abandoned, particularly the radio and<del cite="mailto:Carl%20Christianne%20%20G.%20Dizon" datetime="2024-09-12T16:49">.</del> online news is becoming the first choice. Public Relations realizes several factors that influence their company's media coverage.</p>

Democracy, the Internet, and Capitalism: A Reply to Elisabeth Korn and Jens Schröter

This paper is a reply to Elisabeth Korn and Jens Schröter’s essay “On a Potential Paradox of Public Service Media” which is part of tripleC’s special issue “Critical Perspectives on Digital Capitalism: Theories and Praxis”. My reflections focus on the notion of filtering, the relationship between broadcasting and the Internet; the relationship of media, technology, and society; and questions of (digital) democracy. On the one hand, there is a number of points where I agree with Korn and Schröter. On the other hand, their reflections also raised questions that I point out and that are not answered in their paper.

Perception of Public Relations Officers of Government Public Relations Approaches towards the Acceptability of COVID-19 Vaccination in Taraba State, Nigeria

This study on perception of public relations officers on government public relations approaches towards the acceptability of Covid 19 vaccination in Taraba State, Nigeria sought to identify the public relations approaches adopted by government in the campaign for COVID-19 vaccine, examine public relations experts perception of the impact of public relations approaches in the campaign for COVID-19 vaccine in Taraba State, Nigeria and to find out the specific challenges faced by the public relations experts in the campaign for COVID-19 vaccine in Taraba State, Nigeria. The study employed the survey method of research design with a population of 158 and a sample. Using purposive sampling method, questionnaires was administered on a sample size of 103 respondents within the study area to elicit primary data. Findings of the study revealed that the government in Taraba State has implemented a diverse range of public relations (PR) strategies to promote the Covid-19 vaccine campaign. The study also found that public relations experts generally perceive the government's PR approaches positively. Furthermore, the study revealed that despite the overall positive perception of the PR efforts, several challenges persist such as vaccine hesitancy, limited access to reliable information sources and insufficient resources and funding key hurdles faced. The study concluded that the government's adoption of diverse PR strategies, including communication campaigns, media relations efforts, and collaboration with healthcare providers, demonstrates a proactive effort to engage with the public and address concerns. Finally, the study among others recommended that community engagement through grassroots initiatives, involving local influencers, community leaders, and healthcare providers and advocate for increased resources and funding to support comprehensive PR campaigns should be enhanced.

Marketing Communication Strategies of Tourism in @Oasis Sukabumi Increasing Tourist Visits

Marketing communication strategy is one of the factors that greatly influences the number of visitors at a tourist attraction because it is a design for how to influence the public in various ways so that people know, are then interested in visiting and even revisiting for tourists who have already visited. This research aims to find out and find the formulation of an oasis tourism marketing strategy in Sukabumi Regency. The research method uses case studies. The results of the research show that the marketing and public relations division of Oasis Nature Tourism in conducting tourism marketing uses integrated tourism marketing communications (marketing communication mix), but several aspects such as promotion, human resources, development of small and medium business units and media relations are still weak, so they need to be strengthened. and further guidance accompanied by evaluation and monitoring regarding these aspects. One thing that needs to be developed in the long term is to try to form the branding of tourist destinations to further increase the attractiveness of tourist visits.

Ubiquitous processes strengthening neighbourhood communities: How neighbourhood‐related social media can foster the active involvement of citizens and build resilient communities

AbstractModern local communities are undergoing deep changes due to modern social and cultural processes and to the widespread use of ubiquitous, neighbourhood‐related social media. Indeed, the latter shape citizens' experiences in terms of both local relationships and opportunities for shared aims and behaviours. Therefore, this study endeavours to unravel the impact of neighbourhood‐related social media on users' sense of community (SoC), sense of responsible togetherness (SoRT), and perceptions of community resilience via their potential in enhancing their informal neighbouring behaviours and civic engagement. Nine hundred and sixty‐five Italian citizens (30.1% males; Mage = 22.80; SDage = 4.88) answered an online questionnaire; Structural Equation Modelling was used to run a multiple sequential mediation model having community resilience as the final outcome. The results confirm the positive relationship of such social media with users' informal neighbouring behaviours and civic engagement but show that only civic engagement mediates its relationships with SoC, SoRT, and perceptions of community resilience. Altogether, this opens interesting venues for future developments in both research and intervention fields, with reference to (a) further unravelling the intertwinement between online and local social dynamics and environments, and (b) better understanding how such intertwinement and this kind of social media could represent tools for the promotion of community building processes and of local resilience in community interventions.