This issue of "Media & Values" explores the influence of mass media on the perceptions about aging in our society. The essays present various interpretations of that influence and the implications for the society. Articles in the "Awareness/Analysis" section include: (1) "Granny Bashing: New Myth Recasts Elders as Villains" (Ronald F. Pollack); (2) "Lifeline or Leisure: TV's Varied Role" (Kathaleen Reid); (3) "Attacking Ageism: Stereotypes Give Way to Active Advertising" (Robert Wood); (4) "On-Line Connection Makes Friends for Seniors" (Mary Furlong); (5) "Going for the Gold: Prime Time's Sexy Seniors" (Mary Cassata; Barbara Irwin); and (6) "How Does Hollywood Handle Ageism?" (Dorothea Petrie; Daniel Petrie). Articles in the "Reflection? Action" section are (1) "Social Justice: TV Sidesteps Real Life Struggles" (Donna Demac); (2) "Children: Media Help Fill Grandparent Gap" (Judith Myers-Walls); (3) "Pastoring: Senior Productions Raise Self-Esteem" (Peter Paulsen); (4) "Women: Stereotype Shifts to Sexy Schemers" (Sally Steenland); (5) "Youth: Big Chill Cools Lost Generation" (Bill Wolfe); (6) "Family Life: Media Helps Harvest History and Heritage" (Helen H. Graham); (7) "Video Visits Help Families Say 'I Love You'" (Barbie White); (8) "How to Watch Television with Your Grandchildren" (Ellen DeFranco); (9) "Who's in Charge? A Media Questionnaire for Grandparents"; (10) "Watch/Read/Listen: Resources for Follow-up"; and (11) "Springboard to Action: Putting This Issue to Work" (Elizabeth Thoman). (EH)