Influence of Reality Shows on Viewers Lifestyle A Case Study: Television has a tremendous influence on the minds of people, society and everyday life in general. The managers of MTV channel realize this and transfer on the air certain programs pointed on the base instincts of the population. These are reality shows which bring high ratings to the channel. The following research is based on the study of Jersey Shores reality show and its influence on teenagers.The quantitative results are represented for the teenagers from 16 to 18 years old. The analysis of the audience opinion shows that 90 % of teenagers have a character in the show which they feel is similar to them. The teenagers are faced with the problem of identity, self-realization and embodiment of themselves, which often coincides with embodiment of the invented and thoughtful hero image. It leads to the result that images broadcasted to the masses define specific standards of conduct in society. The same 90 % would prefer to have lots of money as the heroes of . Because participants of the reality show are paid for their behavior, it reinforces their image as successful people, and becomes a definite incentive tracing for the above mentioned teenagers involved in TV viewing.The theoretical analyses based on the conducted survey indicated the great influence of on the teenagers. They admire events and people seen on the screen. Many teenagers even copy the behavior of their favorite heroes. But the degree of such emulation is by now overestimated. The results of the research showed that the teenagers are able to emulate the behavior of the heroes only in certain context. The following subject still requires more detailed investigation for the reason of limited sample of the conducted research.Since the inception of MTVs reality television has steadily immersed itself as almost a required staple for any mainstream media. The success experienced by shows such as , and other consequent examples of reality television illustrates the endemic popularity of such format. Among the latest MTVs reality television shows is which follows the lives of 8 people who are tasked to live under the same roof for a summer month.One of the foremost elements that sets the show apart from other similarly housemate-enabled reality television shows is that instead of going for a balanced, mixed-personality casting, it focused only on a select stereotyped group of characters, purportedly 20-something Italian-Americans who distinguish themselves under the guido subculture.The shows particular interpretation of this subgroup was amplified through elements of physical appearance tanned, gym-buffed, and gel-haired males; toned, sensual females in skimpy clothing as well as activities and entertainments enjoyed by the participants. These elements put the show under much scrutiny. the poor makes everyone think that he is rich, and the rich makes everyone think that he is far below his capacities. Taking it into account the housemates turn to be total caricatures of people who are living beyond their means.Another perspective in Brooks (2009) employs a kinder, albeit similarly negative portrayal of the guido representative as a handsome, uneducated kid who could only get by because of his looks and charm. These interpretations underscore the fact that the show depicts a shallow, one-dimensional characterization of the cast.Nevertheless, it did not affect the shows popularity as a third season is just waiting for the production. It seems that despite its frail qualities, the show exerts a measure of influence that extends its viewership.One particular theoretical perspective that explains this popularity revolves around the idea of authenticity consumption. This means that despite a reality television show is designed, reality aspect enables viewer to participate in the events happening on video by means of projection. The limitations put into place of a reality television show such as a geographical barrier (e.g. characters must stay marooned on an island, housemates must stay for a month), a competitive context (e.g. voting out cast members, being the first to cross the finish line), a social fixation (i.e. all cast members want to be chosen by the bachelor/bachelorette, players want to be super heroes), and other fixed frameworks allow viewers to exercise hyper authenticity or a discourse that a viewer engages with himself in the presence of a reality television show.The formulation is indicative of such focal aspects in reality television show. They have 8 housemates, all casted as Italian-Americans, and are allowed on the show for one months worth of a summer. Although there are no embedded task limitations or game frameworks the actual casting personalities are distinguishing limiting factors in which viewers can achieve a measure of hyper authenticity. Since the characters are almost clones in terms of personality and subsequent wants, needs, and fears, a viewer may be more able to project his or her fantasies on the characters actions.It could also work the other way around. The results of the study show that the undergraduates who watch RDPs are more prone to advocating problematic relationship stereotypes such as gender double standards. , most especially to viewers who see themselves among the cast of characters in these shows. seen in the shows especially if they see that it reflected an aspect of their personality.In view of the apparent influence of reality television programs on viewers opinion and behavior, Since the show mirrors the salient characteristics of reality prog