Which of the following is an example of desensitization?
A)Allison watches boxing tournaments frequently and does not mind seeing people in a fist fight.
B)Brian watches a lot of pornography and thinks women really want to be taken.
C)Steve regularly watches Sesame Street episodes and thinks sharing is important.
D)Kim believes that if someone pushes you,you need to fight back.

Question

Which of the following is an example of desensitization? 
A)Allison watches boxing tournaments frequently and does not mind seeing people in a fist fight.
B)Brian watches a lot of pornography and thinks women really want to be taken.
C)Steve regularly watches Sesame Street episodes and thinks sharing is important.
D)Kim believes that if someone pushes you,you need to fight back.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Desensitization refers to the process of becoming less sensitive or emotionally responsive to a particular stimulus over time. In this case, Allison's frequent exposure to boxing tournaments has resulted in her becoming desensitized to the violence of the sport, and she is no longer affected by seeing people in fist fights.

Which of the Following Is an Example of Desensitization