Aggression

Broader Terms

behavior

Related Terms

child abuse, domestic violence, elder abuse, homicide, psychological stressor, rape, social competition, spouse abuse, violence

Scope Note

form of behavior which leads to self-assertion; it may arise from innate drives and/or a response to frustration; may be manifested by destructive and attacking behavior, by covert attitudes of hostility and obstructionism, or by healthy self-expressive drive to mastery.

Facts (generated by robot; please edit if you find it inaccurate)

• Aggression is sometimes used to intimidate and coerce during extremely rigorous physical training.
• To be an anarchist only means that you believe that aggression is not justified, and that states necessarily employ aggression.
• This almost sounds like a no-win situation, but never fear, remedies for this type of behavior will be covered, so read on! Territorial and Protective Aggression This type of aggression is usually very specific and the result of lack of socialization.
• Defensive aggression is different than dominance, as dominance is not based in fear but rather in the dog's will.
• This form of aggression is entirely induced by humans.