darth_ender said:

Frank your Majesty said:

darth_ender said:

Sexual frivolity, infidelity, teen pregnancy, abortions, and the like are certainly much more prevalent than before. To what can we attribute this rise? Largely the media portrayal and acceptance of such behavior.

Or does the media portray this behavior because it is already accepted? I don't think the influence of books, movies and TV is that great, simply because most people wouldn't watch a movie or read a book if they are strongly opposed to its topic. The media mainly reflects the behaviour of the society, which is much more formed by social factors.

You are right. The media has no effect on public opinion.

No need to be sarcastic. Of course there is some effect, that's why I said mainly, but if something is massively overhyped it's because these people just waited for it to happen. There are erotic fan fictions on the internet for years, 50 Shades Of Grey is just the first one to be published as a book and therefore more easily accessible to these frustrated 50 year old housewifes that are now running to the cinemas.

Anyways, I understand that you have no interset in continuing this discussion since you have been personally attacked. I just wanted to let you know that I didn't mean to belittle or mock you or your beliefs and I hope you don't think I wanted to do such a thing.