The ___________ holds that people who view violent media content will be LESS inclined to behave violently themselves.
A)catharsis theory,which has been widely supported by research,
B)catharsis theory,which has not received much research support,
C)stimulation theory,which has been widely supported by research,
D)stimulation theory,which has not received much research support,
E)replication theory,which has not received much research support,

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The statement "people who view violent media content will be LESS inclined to behave violently themselves" goes against the catharsis theory, which suggests that viewing violent media can actually help reduce violent behavior. Therefore, the best option is B, which suggests that the catharsis theory has not received much research support. The other options are not as relevant, as they either support the opposite view (Option A) or are not related to the question (Options C, D, and E).

The ___________ Holds That People Who View Violent Media Content