Question

Leo has a firm belief that criminal activity is increasing in America, and he fears he will be a victim of crime. How might Leo's smartphone be affecting his perception of crime?

Answer 1

Answer:

Due to Digital Social Media & Mass Chat Media

Explanation:

In today's digital world, mass media & mass chat media have become a crucial medium for getting various kinds of information at just a click. These mediums are accessible through smart phones in people's hands. Information spreading aspect of mass media coupled with its easier accessibility through smart phones, has both advantages & disadvantages.

Digital Media easily accessed by smart phones - increasing Leo's awareness about criminal activities is a positive dimension. He being cautious about preventing himself from being a victim of crime, is also a positive implication on his personality. However, he being over apprehensive about being a victim of crime is a negative dimension of his watching/ listening criminal news more on his smart phone.

Answer 2

Answer:

Rapid dissemination of high-profile cases on social media devices may increase public perception of the threat of crime.

Explanation:

The theory of social comparison explains how people measure themselves on the basis of social interactions with others.  Recent research has examined how social media determines the self-perception of individuals. It is examined by the recent scholars that we have never been more social, more connected and more tied to a virtual reality that many of us can no longer live without it. As per the question, Leo's firm belief that criminal activity is increasing in America is highly influenced by social media.