What Would a Cognitive Theorist Be Most Likely to Say

Multiple Choice

What would a cognitive theorist be most likely to say about why an individual engages in violent behaviour at the least provocation?

A) The individual regularly experiences a conflict between the id and the superego, which leads to a violent response.
B) The individual was not exposed to enough variety in environmental stimuli as a child.
C) The individual is unable to process that there are other possible ways to respond to challenging events.
D) The individual does not have enough physical outlets for aggression.