The portrayal and consumption of abuse in teen-oriented entertainment and media involve complex psychological risks, ranging from to the reinforcement of harmful social scripts . Research indicates that teenagers are highly susceptible to media influence as they use it to model behavior for relationships and identity formation. Types of Potentially Harmful Media Content
: Exposure to online pornography can normalize sexual violence and has been linked to psychological symptoms similar to those experienced by victims of childhood sexual abuse. Impact on Adolescent Well-being
: Content featuring realistic, repeated, or unpunished violence can lead to aggressive attitudes and behaviors in youth.