Research on the Cathartic Effect of Watching Violent Media Reveals

question 28

Multiple Choice

Research on the cathartic effect of watching violent media reveals that

• A) watching TV violence can actually decrease levels of aggression in children
• B) watching TV violence doesn't prevent children from thinking aggressive thoughts but does prevent children from demonstrating aggression
• C) watching TV violence can increase violent acts
• D) watching TV violence leads to drug use

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