What Has Research Shown Regarding Viewing Violence in the Media

question 92

Multiple Choice

What has research shown regarding viewing violence in the media and aggression?

• A) Viewing violent media has little effect on aggressive behavior.
• B) Viewing violent media can reduce aggressive behavior.
• C) Viewing violent media can increase aggressive behavior.
• D) The results have been mostly inconclusive.

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Definitions:

Axons

Long, threadlike extensions of neurons that transmit electrical impulses away from the neuron's cell body to other neurons or to muscles or glands.

Stellate Cells

Star-shaped cells found in the nervous system and other tissues, involved in various functions including synaptic transmission.

Sensory Neurons

Nerve cells that transmit sensory information (e.g., sight, sound, touch) from the body to the central nervous system.

Motor Neurons

Nerve cells forming part of the pathway along which impulses pass from the brain or spinal cord to a muscle or gland, initiating movement or action.