Comment Monogamy, Bread and circuses (Score 1) 96
There is substantial scientific and historical evidence supporting the theory that socially imposed monogamy was adopted by civilizations to reduce societal unrest, male violence, and political instability.
Anthropological research, notably a landmark 2012 study led by Joseph Henrich at the University of British Columbia, shows that pools of unmarried, marginalized men drastically increase a society's baseline of violence.
Not a new idea.
Bread and circuses:a political strategy of using superficial appeasement (i.e. free/cheap food and entertainment) to distract the public, secure loyalty, and prevent unrest.
Video games/sports/mindless tv shows all play the same role in the modern world.
Also not a new idea.