Aggression Flashcards
1
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Aggression
A
The intent to harm someone outside the rules
2
Q
Instinct theory
A
Instinct tendencies
Response to survive
Anger can be caused in retaliation to others
Depends on situation/environment
3
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Social learning theory
A
Observe others who are aggressive and copy
Significant others
Reinforcement increases chance of change
Same sex
Males are less aggressive than females
4
Q
Aggressive Cue Hypothesis
A
Situation triggers aggression
Response is conditioned
Get praise if you are aggressive
Different people have different response to same cue
5
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Frustration aggression hypothesis
A
Frustrating circumstance blocks goal so you are aggressive to release frustration
If punished leads to more aggression
Caused by unfairness or poor performance
