1. Does the show create a negative or positive image of teens? Explain.
The show does create a negative and positive image of teens, I think. Some of the teens on the show can be seen as somewhat positive images because if they're looking after their kids, being responsible, and such. I do, however, feel that it is more negative to the image of teens because more people seem to think that is how all teens are these days.
2. What effect might “Teen Mom” have on what teens consider “typical” behavior?
The effect it might have on teens is that they can "do things" they shouldn't be doing at their age, because it may be normal in more other teens lives. It can even get into teens heads that if they end up pregnant, they can "get a spot on the show". Which is kind of sad because using pregnancy to get famous is not very smart of an idea.
3. Are “Teen Mom” viewers more likely than non-viewers to perceive teen pregnancy as acceptable or even positive? Is the “celebrity” status of the cast members (the fact that teens are seeing them everywhere in the media) a factor in this? How might this influence teens’ own behavior? (Some have suggested that watching “Teen Mom” will make girls want to become pregnant in the hopes of getting famous, since some of cast member Jenelle’s friends actually became pregnant after she did.) Might a “likeable” cast member have more influence on teens than one who is perceived as “behaving badly”?
I feel like the viewers of the show can accept it as it is. I think they learn that its fine to have kids as a teen even though they need to be focusing on other things. I think the celebrity status of the cast can factor in it because some teens want attention and fame. It will influence a teen in some sort of way, in a way of not getting pregnant and getting pregnant.
4. Do you think this show presents a fair and accurate view of teenagers today? Does the show promote prejudices or stereotypes of teens?
The show does show a fair amount of accurate views on teens these days but also promotes stereotypes on teens. Older people will think all teens are about "living the lifestyle of an adult" and such. Not all teens are like this.
5. Which aspects of “Teen Mom” communicate that the show is “entertainment,” and which aspects communicate that the show is an “informative documentary”? Is a reality show like this a combination of both? Do both forms of media have equal influence on teens?
The teen mom show as entertainment, is getting to know the cast and treating them as a character on a fictional series. They find entertainment out of he teens daily life and such. The informative documentary part just shows how hard pregnancy is and how it will effect others lives and your life as well. I think both forms do influence teens but a majority of the influence is the entertainment part.
6. If teens are viewing "Teen Mom," are they likely to believe that teen pregnancy is increasing, or that it is widespread in the U.S.? Are these things actually true?
I think they are more likely to believe it is increasing because of new cast on the show every so often. And it is being heard in media around us as well. These things are quite true because I know of so many of my friends who have a kid or multiple kids. And these friends of mine being my age or few years younger than me.
7. Do you think that the people on "Teen Mom" act the way they normally would or do you think they act a certain way for the cameras?
I think they act a certain way for the cameras. If they are in pain, they might exaggerate the pain to get more attention and catch more viewers eyes. Plus they don't want to seem a certain way because it can "decrease their fame level" I guess.
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