The Coronavirus Hysteria: How The Media Is Creating Fear And Hurting The Population
The Coronavirus has been sweeping the media for the past month. Many people are frightened to go outside because of the virus that is lurking around. Health and safety signs remind you of this fearful epidemic wherever you go. Convenience stores have run out of hand sanitizers, disinfectant soaps, and dried canned goods. I must say, it’s been hectic. It’s not only been the talk of the town but the talk of the globe. But should we really be going to extreme measures or is the population overreacting?
It’s tough to say, so much information is being thrown in all directions and it’s difficult to digest it all. Media coverage is an essential tool for our day to day conversations and for keeping up with what’s happening in the world. But the media is also a huge influence on the thoughts and feelings of the entire population. And fear is the emotion that is being very heavily focused on at the moment. Just like our social media, fear can circulate quickly, affecting our day to day lives and routines.