Media psychology is an applied field. The value comes from applying what we learn from research and theory to the real world. I am proud to be among those who... read more →
It's easy to underestimate the importance of media literacy. Media literacy isn't just about evaluating media content, although that's important. Media literacy is a set of tools that promote critical... read more →
Lessons from the Virtual Media Psychology Symposium Now that Fielding Graduate University’s first Media Psychology Symposium is over, I have time to reflect on the experience. The symposium was held... read more →
The voice of reason is entirely missing when stories activate fight or flight. Anything that is perceived as an attack on beliefs, identity or affiliation shuts down cognitive processes and... read more →
The pandemic, politics, and social protests make this a particularly volatile time--emotions are on edge and tension is high. This is a time when we are all vulnerable to embracing... read more →
Dr. Pamela Rutledge is available to reporters for comments on the psychological and social impact of media and technology on individuals, society, organizations and brands.