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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