Unit 4 (Interpersonal Processes) - Aggression Flashcards
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Aggression
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An antisocial behaviour fueled by anger or hostility, and characterised by violence or a readiness to attack
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General Aggression Model (GAM)
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A theory exploring the influence of different factors on the incidence of aggression
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Inputs (GAM)
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What personal & situational factors that may lead to aggression. Inputs may be either risk factors or protective factors
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Inputs Examples
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Playing violent video games (risk) OR Having high self-esteem (protective)
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Routes (GAM)
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Once confronted with the stimulus, what influences the response - emotion, cognition or arousal?
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Routes Examples
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Good mood (emotion) OR ‘It wasn’t their fault’ (cognition)
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Outcome (GAM)
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What is the decision in terms of response?
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Outcome Examples
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Aggressive OR Peaceful Action
