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Influence of Television Series on Youth Behaviour and Cultural Trends: A Socio-Psychological Analysis
Subject area: Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities · Area of research: Journalism-Socio Analysis
DOI: https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV9I11-1718119
Abstract
Television series particularly in the era of digital streaming have evolved into influential cultural texts that shape audience perceptions, attitudes and behavioural patterns. This study shall examine the extent to which popular television series influence youth behaviour, lifestyle choices and socio-cultural norms. Grounded in the ‘Social Learning Theory’, the paper explores how repeated exposure to stylized narratives and characters may contribute to the normalization and imitation of certain behaviours. Using a qualitative approach based on secondary data and case study analysis, the research evaluates both the constructive and detrimental impacts of selected global television series. The findings suggest that while television does not directly cause behavioural change, it plays a significant role in shaping perceptions, aspirations and social discourse among youth. The paper concludes by emphasizing the importance of media literacy in moderating such influences.
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How to cite this paper
@article{1718119,
author = {Muskan Tiwary, Aries Arasar, Shreya Dewan, Dr. Santosh},
title = {Influence of Television Series on Youth Behaviour and Cultural Trends: A Socio-Psychological Analysis},
journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
year = {2026},
volume = {9},
number = {11},
pages = {4085-4088},
issn = {2456-8880},
url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1718119.pdf},
abstract = {Television series particularly in the era of digital streaming have evolved into influential cultural texts that shape audience perceptions, attitudes and behavioural patterns. This study shall examine the extent to which popular television series influence youth behaviour, lifestyle choices and socio-cultural norms. Grounded in the ‘Social Learning Theory’, the paper explores how repeated exposure to stylized narratives and characters may contribute to the normalization and imitation of certain behaviours. Using a qualitative approach based on secondary data and case study analysis, the research evaluates both the constructive and detrimental impacts of selected global television series. The findings suggest that while television does not directly cause behavioural change, it plays a significant role in shaping perceptions, aspirations and social discourse among youth. The paper concludes by emphasizing the importance of media literacy in moderating such influences.},
month = {May},
doi = {https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV9I11-1718119}
}