Research involving young male participants who played floor hockey after being exposed to a violent TV segment demonstrated that violent media produce

A) long-term increases in people's levels of aggression
B) long-term deficits in social functioning
C) short-term increases in aggressive behavior
D) short-term deficits in social functioning

Violent Media

Media content characterized by acts of physical aggression, harm, or violence intended to cause physical injury or intimidation.

Aggressive Behavior

Actions intended to harm or intimidate another individual, either physically or psychologically.

Floor Hockey

A team sport similar to ice hockey but played on a dry floor surface using sticks and a lightweight plastic puck or ball.