The textbook reports research conducted by David Phillips that found that suicide rates often rose substantially following media reports of someone committing suicide.When people imitate acts that they hear about in the media, this is a form of aggression called ________________________.
A) frustration-based aggression
B) copycat violence
C) media-based aggression
D) suicide baiting

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The concept of people imitating acts they hear about in the media is called "copycat violence". Choice A is incorrect as frustration-based aggression refers to aggression caused by frustration or a blocked goal. Choice C is not a commonly used term in the field of psychology. Choice D is also incorrect as suicide baiting refers to encouraging or urging someone to commit suicide, which is not relevant to the situation described in the question.

The Textbook Reports Research Conducted by David Phillips That Found