Aggression and Attraction

Catharsis Hypothesis

expressing anger breeds more anger, reinforcing it as a habit.

Aggression

action with intent to harm

instrumental aggression

desired results obtained through something other than hostility (ex. attention, acquire resources, advance a cause)

hostile aggression

striking out against someone or something in anger and frustration.

frustration aggression principle

frustration causes anger, which causes aggression

attraction

refers to the feeling of liking/wanting to be near someone, which can be influenced by various factors, including physical appearance, similarity, and proximity.

mere exposure effect

individuals develop a preference for stimuli simply because they are familiar with them, leading to increased liking over time.

matching hypothesis

people are more likely to form and maintain relationships with others who are similar in terms of physical attractiveness. 

passionate love

characterized by intense feelings of longing, desire, and emotional attachment, often accompanied by physical attraction and a sense of euphoria when with the partner.

compassionate love

characterized by deep emotional intimacy, commitment, and a strong bond between partners, often developing over time in long-term relationships.

equity

balance of contributions/benefits; inputs in a relationship fairly matched

self-disclosure

sharing thoughts, feelings, experiences with a partner