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Heroes Or Villains: Modern Rappers And Their Effect On Young Adult Males, Jared J. Mccabe
Heroes Or Villains: Modern Rappers And Their Effect On Young Adult Males, Jared J. Mccabe
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This paper examines the role of modern-day rappers and how they affect the growing mental health crisis for young adult males. Recently, an “emo-rap” genre has emerged where vulnerability is common, and rappers share both their mental health struggles and experiences with drug use. The degree to which these artists have influenced their listeners is unclear, and perceptions of them are polarized. There are some who view them as villains who sponsor violence and drug use and others who view them as heroes who break down societal barriers and build supportive networks among their listeners.
Based on the existing scientific …