To What Extent Can Subliminal Messages Influence People's Attitudes and Behavior

question 21

Essay

To what extent can subliminal messages influence people's attitudes and behavior? Describe two studies that address this question.

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Definitions:

Allele

A variant form of a gene that arises due to mutation and can be found at a specific place on a chromosome.

Gene

A basic unit of heredity in a living organism that is made up of DNA and positioned on a chromosome; genes contain the information needed to build and maintain an organism's cells and pass traits to offspring.

Doulas

Professionals trained to provide support and guidance to women before, during, and after childbirth.

Doula

A woman who helps with the birth process. Traditionally in Latin America, a doula was the only professional who attended childbirth. Now doulas are likely to arrive at the woman’s home during early labor and later work alongside a hospital’s staff.