The effects of innuendos in headlines on the memory and attitudes of 67 male and 81 female college students who read simulated news articles were studied. Analysis indicated no main or interactive effect of headlines containing innuendo on memory, rated responsibility of the accused or victim, or on sentencing. Memory and attitudes were affected by identification and stereotyping.
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