Some of the ways we can reduce aggression were listed in the text summary.Which of the following is NOT one of the ways?
A)Expressing aggression by catharsis tends to decrease aggression.
B)Social learning theory suggests controlling aggression by reducing aversive stimulation.
C)Social learning theory suggests controlling aggression by rewarding and modeling nonaggressive behavior.
D) Social learning theory suggests controlling aggression by eliciting reactions incompatible with aggression.

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The statement "Expressing aggression by catharsis tends to decrease aggression" is actually a misconception. Research has shown that expressing aggression through catharsis can actually lead to an increase in aggressive behavior. Therefore, this is not a way to reduce aggression. Choices B, C, and D are all valid ways to reduce aggression according to social learning theory.

Some of the Ways We Can Reduce Aggression Were Listed