Researchers find that acting aggressively often increases the likelihood of acting aggressively in the future. Researchers have used all of the following concepts except___________ to explain this finding.

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The other concepts (disinhibition, cues for aggression, memories) all suggest that external factors may trigger aggression, while catharsis suggests that aggressive behavior can release pent-up anger and reduce the likelihood of future aggression. However, research has shown that catharsis does not actually work and can actually increase aggressive behavior in the future.

Researchers Find That Acting Aggressively Often Increases the Likelihood of Acting