Written Analysis # 2

Theories on “How recreational drugs are portrayed in the media” in regards to the creation of rituals and stereotypes are many. A couple stereotypes are – homosexuals are more apt to recreational drugs and recreational drugs have become habits of college student. According to the media these stereotypes have rituals that involve recreational drugs.

The media portrays homosexuals as weak minded and unable to handle their sexual orientations and pressures; so they are prone to turn to recreational drugs. A ritual related to this stereotype is club-drug use that heightens sexual stimulation and performance. Downfall to this ritual is it can lead to death because of the variation of drugs mixed.

 The media characterizes college students as free spirited and irresponsible young adults when away from home during school semesters and breaks. A ritual the media loves to prey on is the binge drinking during “Spring Break”. I am sure there are circumstances where select few get stupid and excessive in their drinking, but the media makes it appear to be all those at a “Spring Break” party.

Applying these theories will allow me to gain a broader perspective of why people from all walks of life partake in recreational drugs and what the media gains from exploiting different people and their addictions.