This is a process addiction where the focus is not on the end product but on the process itself. The addiction is to the experience of going through the process, which explains behaviors like edging or having multiple tabs open. Arousal is no longer experienced, instead there is a jump straight to the emotion that comes after, such as disgust or compassion. Viewing fictional content can evoke feelings of compassion and a sense of empathy for the characters. Some individuals may question why such content is displayed on television.

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