1st Edition

The Psychology of Binge Watching TV

By Barrie Gunter Copyright 2025
204 Pages
by Routledge

204 Pages
by Routledge

204 Pages
by Routledge

This fascinating work provides an up-to-date examination of shifts in the nature and impact of TV and video watching that have largely been driven by non-linear TV and video services online. The book reviews research evidence from around the world about the physical and behavioural shift of viewing away from linear and towards non-linear TV and video services. It studies the psychological... Read more

01: What is TV Binge-Watching?
02: How Much Binge-Watching Goes On?
03: Do Some People Binge-Watch More Than Others?
04: Why Do People Binge-Watch? A Motivational Perspective
05. What is the Psychology Behind Binge-Watching? Personality Traits and Processes
06: Does Binge-Watching Damage Psychological Well-Being?
07: Is Binge-Watching Bad for Physical Well-Being?
08: Does Binge-Watching Benefit Viewers and Their Relationships?
09: What Conclusions Can Be Reached about Binge-Watching?

Biography

Barrie Gunter is Emeritus Professor of Media at the University of Leicester. He is the author/editor of more than 80 books on media, marketing, management and psychology topics and has specialised in the study of television audiences within the academic world and broadcasting industry.