According to the constructivism theory, people perceive similar things differently due to an individual subjective approach to understanding, cognition and conceptualization of meaning. As thus, the inherent perceptions and attitudes are constructed and apportioned differently to things and people depending on an individual’s own experiences and reflection of those experiences (Olson, 2015). Therefore, the concept and perception towards superheroes, which is a connotation of stock characters with superhuman powers that are dedicated to heroic missions, is widely varied. This variation underpins the differences in individual attitudes and perceptions towards various superhero characters as well as the eventual endearment of a given superhero
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In this respect, such superhero characters are depicted to face and overcome massive odds in spite of their respective flaws and shortcomings. The fact that they are able to leverage on mental and physical fortitude to surmount great challenges without compromise invokes the natural human instinct to strive against adversity to achieve and create beyond the limitations of possibility and feasibility. Such depictions unconsciously create psychological parallels and relevancies that individuals identify with and appreciate, leading to closer association with such superhero characters. In addition, the ability of such superheroes to confront and mitigate social injustices spurs inspiration in light of the conflict ridden human nature in which antagonism between good and evil is a constant, longstanding existential paradigm. Further, the ability of such superheroes to meet out justice and remedy excesses and misdeeds of super- villains and other perceived regressive elements is a source of great inspiration to individuals that develop interest in such types of superheroes in a world full of injustice and apathy. For instance, spider man, batman, the wasp, hulk and hank Pym all stand out as very inspirational superheroes among a large group of superhero enthusiasts by their ability to exert themselves and put in a great deal of …show more content…
Indeed, according to the social cognitive theory, knowledge and personal subjectivities are developed by observing and associating with people and other persuasive stimuli and media depictions that an individual interacts with (Bandura, 2014). Consequently, people have come to enjoy some superhero characters as a result of some underlying similarities and predispositions depicted by the superhero and the enthusiasts. For instance, the X-men, who are minority superheroes have gained wide popularity among minorities across the world since the characters are largely minorities. On the other hand, the 99, a group of Muslim superheroes, have gained huge following and reverence in the Muslim world on the basis of their predisposition of being Muslims, a concept that has revolutionized the perception of superheroes and introduced a radical shift that has reinforced the perception of such heroic characters. Additionally, the concept of superheroes, which was previously dominated by male characters, has returned to the mainstream with widespread media coverage and endearment with the mainstreaming of female superhero characters. As a result, the social deliberation and media coverage has raised interest and enthusiasm in female superhero characters to the scope of cementing relevance
In this respect, such superhero characters are depicted to face and overcome massive odds in spite of their respective flaws and shortcomings. The fact that they are able to leverage on mental and physical fortitude to surmount great challenges without compromise invokes the natural human instinct to strive against adversity to achieve and create beyond the limitations of possibility and feasibility. Such depictions unconsciously create psychological parallels and relevancies that individuals identify with and appreciate, leading to closer association with such superhero characters. In addition, the ability of such superheroes to confront and mitigate social injustices spurs inspiration in light of the conflict ridden human nature in which antagonism between good and evil is a constant, longstanding existential paradigm. Further, the ability of such superheroes to meet out justice and remedy excesses and misdeeds of super- villains and other perceived regressive elements is a source of great inspiration to individuals that develop interest in such types of superheroes in a world full of injustice and apathy. For instance, spider man, batman, the wasp, hulk and hank Pym all stand out as very inspirational superheroes among a large group of superhero enthusiasts by their ability to exert themselves and put in a great deal of …show more content…
Indeed, according to the social cognitive theory, knowledge and personal subjectivities are developed by observing and associating with people and other persuasive stimuli and media depictions that an individual interacts with (Bandura, 2014). Consequently, people have come to enjoy some superhero characters as a result of some underlying similarities and predispositions depicted by the superhero and the enthusiasts. For instance, the X-men, who are minority superheroes have gained wide popularity among minorities across the world since the characters are largely minorities. On the other hand, the 99, a group of Muslim superheroes, have gained huge following and reverence in the Muslim world on the basis of their predisposition of being Muslims, a concept that has revolutionized the perception of superheroes and introduced a radical shift that has reinforced the perception of such heroic characters. Additionally, the concept of superheroes, which was previously dominated by male characters, has returned to the mainstream with widespread media coverage and endearment with the mainstreaming of female superhero characters. As a result, the social deliberation and media coverage has raised interest and enthusiasm in female superhero characters to the scope of cementing relevance