Citation

Ferguson CJ. J. Forensic Psychol. Pract. 2009; 9(2): 103-126.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2009, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

10.1080/15228930802572059

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

This article presents a critical review of the extant literature on media violence effects on violent criminal behavior. Problems within the media violence literature that limit the causal conclusion appropriate to this body of literature are discussed. It is argued that, contrary to common belief, the current literature does not provide ample support for the conclusion that media violence causes aggressive or violent behavior. This article offers positive suggestions for the future of media violence studies. Suggestions for the role of forensic psychologists in communicating media violence research information to courts and the public are also provided.