PSYC 241 Chapter Notes -Homo Economicus, Multisystemic Therapy, Operational Definition
31 Jan 2014
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Aggression: behaviour that is intended to harm an individual. There is a large range of what can be considered aggression. This includes aggressive words, deeds, spreading of rumors, or failing to help someone out of a humiliating situation. Violence: extreme acts of aggression. Aggression is often linked to negative feelings such as anger and hostility. Alternatively, if someone has acted aggressively they may have done so without feelings of anger or hostility behind their actions. Anger: strong feelings of displeasure in response to a perceived injury. Hostility: negative, antagonistic attitude toward another person or group. This is used as a means for a desired end. It can be used for personal gain, attention, or even self- defense. Examples: hurting someone while robbing a bank (personal gain, suicide bombing to benefit a political cause (attention) Injuring someone who is attacking you (self- defense) Emotional aggression (also called reactive aggression): inflicting harm for its own sake.
