The Complex Nature of Aggression
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What is the difference between hostile and instrumental aggression?

  • Hostile aggression is intended to harm others for motives other than hostility.
  • There is no difference between the two types of aggression.
  • Instrumental aggression is motivated by anger and aims to harm others.
  • Hostile aggression is intended to harm others out of anger, while instrumental aggression is intended to harm others for motives other than hostility. (correct)

    • What is the difference between hostile aggression and instrumental aggression?

  • Hostile aggression and instrumental aggression are two terms for the same thing.
  • Hostile aggression is a type of aggression that is always premeditated, while instrumental aggression is always impulsive
  • Hostile aggression aims to harm another physically or psychologically, while instrumental aggression serves other motives. (correct)
  • Hostile aggression is a type of aggression that only occurs in animals, while instrumental aggression is a type of aggression that only occurs in humans.

    • What are some possible motives for aggression?

  • The desire for status, attention, wealth, or political/ideological causes. (correct)
  • The desire for knowledge, wisdom, or enlightenment.
  • The desire for love, friendship, or companionship.
  • The desire for sleep, food, or water.

    • What are some factors that can drive aggression?

    <p>Status, attention, wealth, and ideology.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do situational factors and genetic differences interact to influence aggression?

    <p>Situational factors and genetic differences interact to influence aggression.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some factors that can increase aggressive behavior?

    <p>Exposure to violent media and violent video games.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can heat affect aggression?

    <p>Heat can increase aggression by arousing people's emotions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can exposure to violent media affect aggression?

    <p>Exposure to violent media can increase aggressive behavior, thoughts, and emotions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the fight-or-flight response?

    <p>The fight-or-flight response is a response to danger or threat.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can income inequality and culture of honor influence aggressive behavior?

    <p>Income inequality and culture of honor can influence aggressive behavior.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    • Hostile aggression is motivated by anger and aims to harm others.
    • Instrumental aggression is intended to harm others for motives other than hostility.
    • Aggression can be driven by various factors such as status, attention, wealth, and ideology.
    • A situational perspective is crucial to understanding aggression.
    • Aggression is influenced by both situational factors and genetics.
    • Heat can be a factor in aggressive behavior.
    • Exposure to violent media can increase aggressive behavior, thoughts, and emotions.
    • Violent video games can increase aggression and reduce positive behavior.
    • The effects of exposure to violent media may be short-term or enduring.
    • Aggression can be observed in both children and adults in different countries.

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    Discover the different types of aggression, the factors that drive it, and how it is influenced by situational and genetic factors. Explore the impact of exposure to violent media and video games on aggressive behavior, and the difference between short-term and enduring effects. Test your knowledge of aggression in both children and adults across different countries. Take this quiz and learn more about the complex nature of aggression.

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