From time to time,people argue that subliminal rock music lyrics influence teenagers to behave in antisocial ways.In 1985,the families of two boys alleged that a subliminal message ("Do it" in a Judas Priest song)led the boys to commit suicide.Based on what we know about subliminal messages,is it likely that subliminal messages were in fact responsible?
A) No;subliminal messages may have subtle effects,but none this extreme.
B) No;subliminal messages have no effect whatsoever.
C) Yes;short,simple subliminal messages alter the brain's alpha waves.
D) Yes;subliminal messages have been shown to influence people to behave in ways they otherwise would not.

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From time to time,people argue that subliminal rock music lyrics influence teenagers to behave in antisocial ways.In 1985,the families of two boys alleged that a subliminal message ("Do it" in a Judas Priest song)led the boys to commit suicide.Based on what we know about subliminal messages,is it likely that subliminal messages were in fact responsible?
A) No;subliminal messages may have subtle effects,but none this extreme.
B) No;subliminal messages have no effect whatsoever.
C) Yes;short,simple subliminal messages alter the brain's alpha waves.
D) Yes;subliminal messages have been shown to influence people to behave in ways they otherwise would not.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

While subliminal messages may have some subtle effects on behavior, there is no evidence to support the idea that a single subliminal message in a rock song could lead to extreme behavior such as suicide. The causes of such behavior are likely to be far more complex and multifaceted than the influence of a single message.

From Time to Time,people Argue That Subliminal Rock Music Lyrics