Journalism: Theory Practice and Criticism 2026, Vol. 27(5) 1249–12 https://doi.org/10.1177/14648849251331262

Autor: 

1. Van Antwerpen, Natasha; The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA, Australia
    natasha.vanantwerpen@adelaide.edu.au
   https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1886-4603

• Hermans, Liesbeth; Windeshiem University of Applied Sciences, The Netherlands
   eahm.hermans@windesheim.nl
   https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4986-9156

Keywords: Constructive journalism, constructive news, journalism culture, journalism norms,journalism practice, solutions journalism.

Abstract: Constructive journalism is an approach of increasing interest in journalism scholarshipand practice. The approach draws on positive and cognitive psychology to underpinchoices when reporting, such as including possible solutions, developments, context, andstories of hope in news reports. While it has gained momentum, ongoing work is neededto align practice and research when defining and implementing constructive journalism.We report on a thematic analysis of interviews with journalism professionals (N = 16) toclarify how professionals understand and use constructive journalism and the oppor-tunities, concerns, and barriers they experience in doing so. While, across our sample,themes encapsulated a range of techniques aligning with those discussed in the con-structive journalism literature, participants described constructive journalism as amindset or principled approach, but often found it difficult to describe specific practicaltechniques. Participants experienced barriers, including traditional standards, fear ofactivism, and structural barriers such as limited time and resources. Drawing on par-ticipant insights, we discuss some suggestions for newsrooms and educators whenimplementing constructive journalism.

Idioma: Inglés

Publicación: Mayo del 2026

Volumen: Journalism: Theory Practice and Criticism 2026, Vol. 27 (5) 1249–12 

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