This study investigates how mental health conditions such as schizophrenia are depicted in news and fictional media, demonstrating routine stigmatization. It analyses both factual and fictional media content, explores public attitudes and carers' perspectives, and examines the impact of media portrayals on service users and policy debates (notably the UK’s “Care in the Community”). Develo…
This intermediate ESL coursebook offers balanced integrated skills (reading, writing, listening, grammar, vocabulary) packaged for adult or adolescent learners. Authored by Chris Ttofi and T. S. Creed, it's distinct from the more recent Cambridge "English in Mind" series by Puchta and Stranks.
This book offers a critical examination of the Al-Jazeera television network, exploring its origins, programming philosophy, journalistic practices, and political impact. The authors analyze Al-Jazeera's role in challenging Western media narratives, promoting pan-Arab identity, and redefining journalism in the Middle East. It is considered a pivotal text for understanding media reform and freed…