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Internet sadism is killing respect for leaders

The Oxford Dictionary defines sadism as gaining pleasure from seeing others undergo discomfort or pain. It is a general definition associated with violent and sexual crimes.

The opponent– process theory, however, explains in more detail the way in which individuals display, and take enjoyment in committing sadistic acts.

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