By playing violent videogames and watching TV programs in which his superheroes fight the villains, Anton is likely to experience

a. desensitization to violence.
b. an inhibition to violence.
c. a catharsis of pent-up aggressive urges.
d. increased empathy for the victims of violence.

ANSWER: a

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A secure attachment is associated with __________ and __________

a. low anxiety; low avoidance b. high anxiety; low avoidance c. high anxiety; high avoidance d. low anxiety; high avoidance

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