Limited Capacity Model of Motivated Mediated Message Processing

Abstract

The limited capacity model of motivated mediated message processing (LC4MP) is a model for understanding the dynamic interactions between mediated messages and the human information processing system. At the time of its original writing, the LC4MP was unique in the landscape of media psychology research in that it eschewed rote investigation of message effects and instead focused on investigating how message structure and content interact with and influence various biological systems of the brain and body. Since 2000, the LC4MP has catalyzed much progress in our understanding of the biological dimensions of message processing. This entry reviews the assumptions of the LC4MP, along with key concepts and methods used in the LC4MP literature. In addition, it discusses the core propositions of the model, highlighting ways in which they have evolved as the model has developed. Finally, it introduces a few areas in which the model is still under active development, pointing out promising areas for future research.

Influence of Pokémon GO on Physical Activity and Psychosocial Well-Being in Children and Adolescents: Systematic Review

“…Moreover, studies have reported safety concerns related to Pokémon GO gameplay, such as traffic violations, trespassing, and other risky behaviors [ 43 ]. These concerns may stem from a lack of situational awareness and impaired decision-making as players become immersed in the game, consistent with the Limited Capacity Model of Motivated Mediated Message Processing [ 44 ]. The model suggests that when cognitive resources are devoted to gameplay, individuals may have a reduced capacity to process and respond to real-world environmental cues, increasing the likelihood of engaging in risky behaviors [ 44 ].…”

“…These concerns may stem from a lack of situational awareness and impaired decision-making as players become immersed in the game, consistent with the Limited Capacity Model of Motivated Mediated Message Processing [ 44 ]. The model suggests that when cognitive resources are devoted to gameplay, individuals may have a reduced capacity to process and respond to real-world environmental cues, increasing the likelihood of engaging in risky behaviors [ 44 ]. Therefore, it is crucial to promote responsible gameplay and parental supervision, emphasizing the importance of balancing digital activities with other essential aspects of life and ensuring that Pokémon GO and similar games do not adversely affect the health and safety of children and adolescents.…”

The IAFOR International Conference on Education – Hawaii 2023 Official Conference Proceedings

“…Of the components of LC4MP, three are most relevant to this study: people have limited processing capacity; people process information in order to survive and thrive in an uncertain world; and mediated and non-mediated communication is processed in a similar fashion (Fisher & Weber, 2020;Pavolik, 2015;Fulton, 2014). While the limitations of working memory can limit what is successfully processed into long-term memory, the capacity of long-term memory is notably greater than working memory.…”