Regarding televised aggression,which of the following statements is FALSE?
A) Repeated exposure to media violence desensitizes individuals, making them less likely to react negatively to violence and, hence, more prone to engage in it.
B) No country has yet restricted the amount of permissible violence on television.
C) Children and young adults who play violent video games were much more likely to show aggression toward others.
D) In addition to televised violence, many other factors, such as family conflict, depression, and negative peer influences, tend to affect the chances that hostile thoughts will be turned into actions.

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This statement is false because several countries have restrictions on the amount of violence that can be shown on television. For example, in the United Kingdom, the Broadcasting Code restricts the portrayal of violence before the 9 pm watershed. Australia, Canada, and other countries also have similar regulations.

Regarding Televised Aggression,which of the Following Statements Is FALSE