Aggression and Antisocial Behavior

Flashcards covering key terms and concepts related to aggression and antisocial behavior from the lecture notes.

Aggression

A behavior intended to harm another individual.

Reactive (hostile) aggression

Aggression that is a response to a perceived threat or provocation.

Proactive (instrumental) aggression

Aggression that is planned and executed to achieve a specific goal.

Passive aggression

A behavior characterized by indirect resistance to the demands or expectations of others.

Active aggression

Direct and overt aggressive behavior toward another individual.

Frustration-aggression hypothesis

The theory that frustration leads to aggression.

Hostile cognitive biases

A tendency to perceive ambiguous actions as aggressive.

Domestic violence

Aggression occurring within a domestic setting, often between partners.

Weapons effect

The presence of weapons can increase aggressive thoughts and behaviors.

Culture of honor

A cultural norm that values responding to insults with aggression to maintain honor.