Researchers in one study examined the effects of a storyline regarding hypertension that appeared on a popular medical drama, ER. This storyline depicted an African American teenager who was found to have hypertension and therefore advised to eat more fruits and vegetables and to get more exercise. Results showed that the storyline affected _____________

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The storyline affected self-reported behavior change, knowledge, and attitudes, as it provided information and modeled positive health behaviors, leading to an increase in awareness and potentially influencing viewers to adopt healthier behaviors.

Researchers in One Study Examined the Effects of a Storyline