In Gerbner's "Mean World Syndrome", the Symbolic Use of Death

question 33

Multiple Choice

In Gerbner's "mean world syndrome", the symbolic use of death contributes to
1) an irrational dread of dying.
2) diminished vitality.
3) diminished self-direction in life.
4) an increased hoarding of weapons.

• A) 1, 2, and 4
• B) 2, 3, and 4
• C) 1, 3, and 4
• D) 1, 2, and 3

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