Aggression

Question 1

Limbic system

Answer 1

A network of structures that is invo9lved w/ regulating emotional behave like aggression

Question 2

Testosterone

Answer 2

An androgen responsible for development of male characteristics

Question 3

Ritual

Answer 3

A series of behavs carried out in a set order

Question 4

Innate releasing mechanism

Answer 4

A biological structure/process, e.g. network of neurones in the brain, which is activated by an external stimulus ( like certain facial expressions AKA sign stimulus) that in turn triggers a fixed action pattern

Question 5

Fixed action pattern

Answer 5

A specific sequence of pre-programmed behavs triggered by an IRM.
Are universal, stereotyped, specific

Question 6

Self- efficacy

Answer 6

The extent to which we believe our actions will achieve a desired goal

Question 7

Desensitisation

Answer 7

Repeated exposure to violence reduces physiological arousal, like increased heart rate, higher BP… and also reduced psychological arousal. Makes aggression more likely

Question 8

Disinhibition

Answer 8

We have social constraints that inhibits us to use aggression acquired through social transmission

Question 9

Media

Answer 9

Communication channels, like TV, film and books, through which news, entertainment, education and data are made available