I received the following thoughtful question: Human factors are investigated under the scientific discipline called Ergonomics for comprehending human cognition, or the brain system, in order to design information systems within human factor limitations. How are ergonomics and media psychology related? Human physiology and cognition are obviously central issues to... read more →
Jul
22
Jul
06
This Cisco ad captures what I hope media can do to bring countries and cultures together: linking people, especially children, real time. There's no reason, given the technology today, that we should be so ignorant of others. That ignorance fuels the belief that our way is the only way--and... read more →
Jul
06
I'm still waiting for my iPhone 4 to ship. I do have some trepidations because 1) I hate to be a guinea pig with the first generation of any technology, and 2) I'm hearing stories about AT&T problems (how can a phone designed for AT&T have problems with their network?... read more →
Jul
06
This Cisco ad captures what I hope media can do to bring countries and cultures together: linking people, especially children, real time. There's no reason, given the technology today, that we should be so ignorant of others. That ignorance fuels the belief that our way is the only way--and the... read more →
Jun
15
Media Psychology is a new and emerging field, so the early entrants have the excitement and burden of defining the path. What is media psychology? It’s a field with no consensus definition, no clearly-defined career paths, and no easy answers. In spite of that, it can add value anywhere human... 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.