I agree with every word you wrote, Jamie.  That's exactly why I stated in previous comments that I see it as a form of research because I, too, believe we empower the things we make Taboo.  It reminds me of parenting my own child.  Anytime I tell her something is not "right" or not to do something, she becomes more curious, ask more questions, and will even do the very thing I said not to do, simply because I gave that particular thing/situation/etc. power.