Aggression Flashcards
1
Q
What is the definition of aggression?
A
‘Result of increased arousal and stress.’
2
Q
What is the definition of an act of aggression?
A
‘when an individual causes physical or pscycological harm to a living being.’
3
Q
What are the 4 steps of Gills criteria?
A
- Physical or verbal behavior.
- Must cause physical or psychological harm
- Towards a living being
- intention to cause harm
4
Q
what are the 4 types of aggression?
A
- Assertive Behavior
- Instrumental aggression
- Hostile Aggression
- Relational Agression
5
Q
what is assertive aggression?
A
aggression within the laws of the game, with no intent of harm.
6
Q
What is instrumental aggression?
A
An aggressive act performed in order to achieve a non aggressive goal
7
Q
What is hostile aggression?
A
An aggressive act with intent to harm
8
Q
What is relational aggression?
A
An act of aggression when somebody damages somebody else’s social relationships
9
Q
Give an example of a sportsperson well known for their aggression
A
Roy Keane
