Should writers who write dark themes be responsible for their readers?

The debate about whether writers who explore dark themes should be held responsible for how their readers interpret and react to their work is currently a hot topic in my community. This discussion has been ongoing for almost a week and has sparked a lot of conversation. Does writing dark themes or dark romance really affect the way readers think and act in real life? Some people have been vocal in calling out writers who tackle taboo or dark subjects, arguing that they should be more conscious of the potential influence their work may have on readers. Some people even think that writers who write about taboo subjects are romanticizing them and have a sick mentality. I find this viewpoint ridiculous because I believe we're responsible for what we consume. Also, writers always give a warning when writing a book. Are the warnings from the writers useless, like what those people claimed?

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dirge

I'd guess there might be some influence, but people who were/are seeking it out are kinda already doing a single leg stand on a banana peel in high winds; I expect people looking more to spread the blame for actions far more than any original influence.

so no, other than possibly putting up warnings/making things a little more difficult for people under some certain ages to access, I don't feel like writers or any other creative should be held accountable for actions performed by others that might claim to have been influenced by their work.

similar to how I don't feel someone who produces a legal product should be held accountable by people misusing it for unacceptable things, be it a passenger car, truck, train, or firearm.