Kalkin (04-14-2013)
1978 doesn't seem all that "recent" to me.... nor does a 5 point scale seem to be much of a "poll".
Can't help but wonder why you (OP) have decided not to respond to any of this once this very old, vague study was called out. It was an interesting conversation about how an obsolete study can be made to look like anything, when the photo is edited just right, and especially when the web site hosting the photo was created solely to do so.
I think it may have something to do with protecting children from the consequences of their actions in addition to the fact that as a society we are becoming less respectful of others. Kids model their parent's behavior, so if respect is in short supply at home, it's likely to be reflected in the way kids interact with others. Check out the behavior of some parents at hockey, football or soccer games where their children are participating. It's pretty outrageous. What does that teach the kids? What do some of these sports teach kids? Once upon a time kids participated in league sports for the fun of it. Not any more. Now they are taught such wonderful gems as "winning isn't everything, it's the only thing". Hence, if you're not a winner - you are a loser. Anyone who is perceived to be a loser, appears to be fair game for any manner of abuse.
For those who blame the media, I don't think that music, tv and video games corrupt kids who have good role models, but may reinforce poor behavior in those who don't. TV, music, movies and games tend to reflect societal values rather than influence them.
In quoting my post, you affirm and agree that you have not been goaded, provoked, emotionally manipulated or otherwise coerced into responding.
"The difference between what we do and what we are capable of doing would suffice to solve most of the world’s problems.”
Mahatma Gandhi
Adelaide (04-16-2013)