The acute stress response is meant to be a temporary solution to help us deal with a specific threat. If the stress is resolved quickly, our body can return to its normal state. However, if the stress persists or becomes chronic, it can have negative effects on our physical and mental health.

Producers use entertainment to address sensitive sociopolitical issues such as racism, sexism, and climate change without appearing "preachy" [8, 18]. Infotainment:

The distinction between "playing a game" and "watching entertainment" has collapsed. Last year, millions of people watched the League of Legends World Championship—a sporting event. They also watched Arcane , the animated show based on that game, which won Emmys. They then watched streamers react to Arcane .

Here is a look at what’s driving popular media right now and how the way we consume content has changed forever. 1. The Rise of "Interactive Media"