Are Graphic Music Lyrics Harmful?

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Cover -- Half Title -- Title -- Copyright -- Contents -- Introduction -- 1. Intent is a Flawed Standard for Determining Legitimate Threats -- 2. Violent Lyrics Increase Aggression -- 3. The Media Overhypes the Effects of Violent Music Lyrics -- 4. Rap Music can Both Encourage and Discourage Violence -- 5. Sexual Music Lyrics Harm Children -- 6. Explicit Music Lyrics can Raise Awareness of Sexual Violence -- 7. Degrading Lyrics don't Harm Women -- 8. Criticism of Beyoncé is Often Harmful to Black Women -- 10. "Bro Country" can be Smart, Fun, and Harmless -- 11. Rap Lyrics Encourage Positive Capitalist Values -- Organizations to Contact -- Bibliography -- Index -- Back Cover