Studies on the relationship between viewing violence on TV and performing violence suggest a positive relationship. What theory of aggression do those findings contradict?
A)Group membership theory
B)Social learning theory
C)Catharsis theory
D)Crowding theory

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Catharsis theory of aggression posits that engaging in or viewing an aggressive act can reduce future aggressive impulses. Viewing violence on TV is thought to increase aggressive behavior.

Studies on the Relationship Between Viewing Violence on TV and Performing