Lecture Notes on Aggression and Related Concepts

Flashcards about aggression, sexism, and related psychological concepts.

Aggression

Behavior meant to hurt or harm someone, either physically or verbally.

Physical aggression

Hitting, kicking, or pushing someone.

Social aggression

Spreading rumors or excluding someone.

benevolent sexism

Sexism that seems positive but still reinforces traditional gender roles.

instrumental aggression

Aggression motivated by the desire for money, power, or revenge.

instinctive behavior

Natural, unlearned behaviors triggered by specific environmental stimuli.

testosterone

A hormone commonly linked to dominance and increased aggression.

heat hypothesis

The idea that hot weather can lead to increased aggression.

hostile sexism

Sexism that is openly negative toward women who challenge traditional roles.

alcohol

A substance that lowers inhibitions and can increase aggressive behavior.

frustration

An emotional response that occurs when a person is blocked from reaching a desired goal or outcome.

frustration-aggression theory

The theory that frustration leads to anger and aggression.

relative deprivation

The feeling of being unfairly treated compared to others, often leading to anger or frustration.

social learning theory of aggression

Learning how to be aggressive by watching others.

Bandara Bobo Doll Study

A study where a child watched an adult hit a doll and then copied the behavior.

aversive experience

Unpleasant experiences like pain or frustration that can lead to aggressive behavior.

aggressive cues

Objects or symbols in the environment that can trigger aggressive thoughts or actions.

desensitization

Repeatedly seeing violent content can make you care less about real violence.

video games in regards to aggression

Exposing players to aggressive behaviors that may influence real-life actions.

social contagion in the context of aggression

Aggression spreading within groups when individuals mimic the violent actions of others.

displaced aggression

Taking out anger on a safer target, like a sibling, instead of the source, like your boss.

weapons effect

Simply seeing a gun in a picture increases the chances of aggressive behavior.