Question
How might social learning theory explain worries about violent media content? A. Violent content causes mental illness B. Audiences become less sensitive gradually C. Media increases psychological stress D. Viewers may copy observed behaviors
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GPT-5 mini
Answer: D. Viewers may copy observed behaviors.
Social learning theory (Bandura) explains concern about violent media by proposing that people — especially children — learn by observing models. If violent actions are shown, portrayed as rewarded or unpunished, and viewers identify with the model, they may imitate those behaviors (vicarious learning/reinforcement).
Social learning theory (Bandura) explains concern about violent media by proposing that people — especially children — learn by observing models. If violent actions are shown, portrayed as rewarded or unpunished, and viewers identify with the model, they may imitate those behaviors (vicarious learning/reinforcement).