Internet Fantasy Violence: A Test of Aggression in an Online Game
- 1 June 2005
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Informa UK Limited in Communication Monographs
- Vol. 72 (2), 217-233
- https://doi.org/10.1080/03637750500111781
Abstract
Research on violent video games suggests that play leads to aggressive behavior. A longitudinal study of an online violent video game with a control group tested for changes in aggressive cognitions and behaviors. The findings did not support the assertion that a violent game will cause substantial increases in real-world aggression. The findings are presented and discussed, along with their implications for research and policy.Keywords
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