Correlational Studies Show That Prolonged Viewing of Televised Violence ________

question 16

Multiple Choice

Correlational studies show that prolonged viewing of televised violence ________ increased rates of violent behavior.

• A)inhibits
• B)causes
• C)is unrelated to
• D)predicts

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Definitions:

Cognitive Therapy

A form of psychotherapy that focuses on changing unhelpful or unhealthy thought patterns that contribute to emotional distress and mental health issues.

Depressed Clients

Individuals seeking help for depression, a mood disorder characterized by persistently low mood and a feeling of sadness and loss of interest.

Irrational Thinking

A thought process where the individual fails to reasonably consider the full scope of information or logical analysis in reaching a decision or conclusion.

Behavior Modification

A therapeutic approach that seeks to change or modify problematic behaviors through the application of learning principles.