ethological explanations + human aggression

Question 1

what is their evidence for in human behaviour that is also a feature of ethological explanations?

Answer 1

ritualised aggression

Question 2

what is an example of ritualised aggression in humans?

Answer 2

practice of singing contests among Eskimos, where disputes are settled through competitive performances rather than physical violence.

this type of ritualized aggression allows individuals to express their aggression in a socially acceptable way, avoiding actual harm.

Question 3

what does this evidence mean for animal explanations?

Answer 3

these examples align with the ethological theory that aggression has an evolutionary purpose, helping animals (including humans) establish dominance and resolve conflicts.

Question 4

what is an issue with using animal explanations for human aggression?

Answer 4

extrapolation of findings

Question 5

how does human aggression differ from animals?

Answer 5

human aggression is influenced by a range of factors, including emotional regulation, social context, cognitive processes, and past experiences.

Question 6

what is an example of what human aggression may be caused by?

Answer 6

real-world examples, such as acts of violence are linked to childhood trauma or societal inequalities, showing that aggression in humans is often influenced by complex interactions, not simply innate triggers.

Question 7

what does the ethological explanation align well with?

Answer 7

the evolutionary explanation of aggression in humans

Question 8

what part of the evolutionary explanation can also be seen in animals?

Answer 8

male aggression through sexual competition for mates and resources

Question 9

what is this concept of sexual competition called

Answer 9

mate guarding

Question 10

however, how will aggression appear different in humans?

Answer 10

as we are more complicated, may show as less overt forms through jealousy and possessiveness of mates