Ch 10: Aggression Part 2: Oct. 29, 2012
(Biological theory – cont.): Testosterone (male sex hormone) also has influence Boys/girls express aggression differently Feelings of anger – Gender differences in direct / indirect aggression?
Aggression Theories: Frustration Oldest theory – frustration (having a goal blocked) leads to some form of aggression. Aggression gets displaced to other sources Catharsis? Any support for this theory?
Aggression and Social Learning Is it a learned social behavior? Bandura Learn aggression through observing others. Bobo doll experiment example… What was the method? What were the results?
TV and Violence George Gerbner’s 30 year study of violence in movies/TV. Stats on daily TV use - Stats on # violent acts per hour on TV – Effect on behavior & beliefs? Bushman & Eron’s longitudinal research –
Gerbner’s research: “Mean World Syndrome” “Happy Violence” Contrast with actual crime rates – “Happy Violence”
Aggression Triggers – Situational Influences Pain Heat – evidence from MLB pitchers Crowding Alcohol