Research on the effects of playing violent video games most clearly provides evidence that disconfirms the:
Correct answer: B. catharsis hypothesis
- A. mere exposure effect
- B. catharsis hypothesis
- C. frustration- aggression principle
- D. cognitive dissonance theory
Explanation
The catharsis hypothesis claims that expressing or observing aggression safely releases aggressive energy, but violent-game research generally finds increased aggressive thoughts and behavior instead. This evidence therefore challenges catharsis rather than the other listed theories.
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