This document summarizes current research on media priming. It discusses the origin and psychological basis of priming, how priming effects can be measured, and specific types of media priming such as for violence and aggression or political issues. Priming refers to how exposure to certain media or information can influence subsequent judgments, attitudes, or behaviors. The effects of priming are strongest for ambiguous situations and dissipate over time. Media portrayals can create stereotypes that influence judgments through priming effects.