The rapid rise in aggressive and unsportsmanlike behavior among young players in grassroots sports leagues has become a major concern for local communities. Referees and coaches report that teenagers frequently mimic the hostile confrontations, theatrical dives, and verbal abuse of officials that they witness during televised professional matches. Some commentators argue that the media spotlight on professional athletes who display toxic behavior is directly eroding sportsmanship in young people.
Discuss the key issue for society of the influence of televised professional sports on aggressive behavior in youth athletes, using concepts, theories, and research from social learning theory. You must make reference to the context in your answer.
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