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Lyrics of national anthems and suicide rates.

Authors :
Lester D
Gunn JF 3rd
Source :
Psychological reports [Psychol Rep] 2011 Aug; Vol. 109 (1), pp. 137-8.
Publication Year :
2011

Abstract

The suicide rates of 18 European nations were associated with the proportion of sad words in the lyrics of their national anthems as well as the gloominess of the music. It is suggested that a possible suicide prevention tactic might involve changing the music and lyrics of national anthems.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0033-2941
Volume :
109
Issue :
1
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Psychological reports
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
22049655
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.2466/07.12.PR0.109.4.137-138