AGGRESSION

In psychology, the term aggression refers to a range of behaviors that can result in both physical and
psychological harm to yourself, others or objects in the environment.

Categorization of different forms of aggression

01) INSTRUMENTAL AGGRESSION VS HOSTILE AGGRESSION

>What is instrumental aggression or proactive aggression?

This is defined as the intentional use of harmful behavior. So that one can achieve some other goal.
(Ex-children are notorious for the use of instrumental aggression)

>What is hostile aggression or reactive aggression?

It is the intentional use of harm in order to injure or kill a victim. (Ex-A person punching his or her fist
in to the wall/kicking something)

02) DIRECT VS INDIRECT AGGRESSION

>What is direct aggression?

Direct aggression involves face to face confrontation. When someone yells at another that would be
direct aggression.

>What is indirect aggression?

Indirect aggression involves shaming an individual using social manipulation via methods such as
spreading rumours, divulging secrets and talking behind a person’s back, but without direct
confrontation.

CAUSES OF AGGRESSION

What causes aggressive behavior?

 Physical health
 Mental health
 Family structure
 Relationships with others
 Work or school environment
 Societal or socioeconomic factors
 Individual traits(personality)
 Life experiences

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF AGGRESSION

 Anxiety
 Moodiness
 Agitation
 Disorientation or memory problems
  Trouble with concentration and attention
 Trouble thinking in an organized manner
 Poor communication skills due to over negative affects

HEALTH CAUSES OF AGGRESSIVE BEHAVIOUR

o Autism spectrum disorder

o Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder(ADHD)
o Bipolar disorder
o Schizophrenia
o Conduct disorder
o Intermittent explosive disorder
o Post-traumatic stress disorder(PTSD)
o Genetics and personality factor, causes in children
o Poor relationship skills
o Underlying health conditions
o Stress or frustration
o Peer pressure
o Yell during arguments
o Get into fights
o Others

HOW TO REDUCE AGGRESSION

 Be solicitous and understanding of others

 Avoid negativity
 Display cultural sensitivity
 Be positive and encouraging of others
 Reinforce appropriate behaviors
 A Void assumptions and rash judgments
 A void power struggles/unhealthy competitions

TREATMENTS FOR AGGRESSIVE BEHAVIOUR

 Cognitive behavioral therapy(CBT)

 Medication (manage physical mental disorders)
 Meditation

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS OF AGGRESSION

 Family background
 Physical factors like temperature, noise, over crowding etc…
 Desire for power
 Lack of self confidence
 Looking for revenge
 Drug addiction, alcoholism and violence