PSY 2110 Lecture Notes - Lecture 13: Observational Learning, Verbal Behavior, Relative Deprivation
16 Dec 2017
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It seems that we"re living in the period of human history with the least violence. Aggression: physical or verbal behaviour that is intended to harm another individual who is motivated to avoid such treatment. Aggressive acts include those where no harm was done so long as the intention to harm was there. Emotional/hostile aggression: aggression in which one in icts harm for its own sake on another. Instrumental aggression: aggression in which one in icts harm in order to obtain something of value. Catharsis: release of suppressed energy or emotion. Not the best way to deal with aggression. Instinct theory of aggression: describes aggression as an innate biological drive: develops because only aggressive animals can ensure that they and their offspring will survive. Can be supported by aggression remaining relatively stable over life. Higher testosterone levels may lead to higher aggression. !1: leads to an increased readiness to response assertively and makes people more impatient and.
