Aggression
Aggression
Chapter 11: Aggression: Its Nature, Causes, and Control
Theoretical Perspectives on Aggression: In Search of the Roots of Violence
Instinct Theories and the Role of Biological Factors: Are We Programmed for Violence?
Drive Theories: The Motive to Harm Others
Modern Theories of Aggression: Taking Account of Learning, Cognitions, Mood, and Arousal
Determinants of Human Aggression: Social, Personal, Situational
Cornerstones Of Social Psychology: The Buss Technique for Studying Physical Aggression: “Would You
Electrocute a Stranger?” Revisited
Social Determinants of Aggression: Frustration, Provocation, Media Violence, and Heightened Arousal
Personal Causes of Aggression
Beyond The Headlines: As Social Psychologists See It: Murder of the Truly Defenseless: When Mothers Go Berserk
Situational Determinants of Aggression: The Effects of High Temperatures and Alcohol Consumption
Child Abuse and Workplace Violence: Aggression in Long-Term Relationships
Child Maltreatment: Harming the Innocent
Workplace Violence: Aggression on the Job
The Prevention and Control of Aggression: Some Useful Techniques
Punishment: An Effective Deterrent to Violence?
Catharsis: Does Getting It out of Your System Really Help?
Cognitive Interventions: Apologies and Overcoming Cognitive Deficits
Other Techniques for Reducing Aggression: Exposure to Nonaggressive Models, Training in Social Skills, and Incompatible Responses
Social Diversity: A Critical Analysis: “Would You Murder Someone You Truly Hated If You Could Get Away with It?” Cultural and Gender Differences in Aggressive Intentions
Connections: Integrating Social Psychology
Ideas to Take with You: Causes of Human Aggression: An Overview
Summary and Review of Key Points
Key Terms
For More Information
Chapter 12: Groups and Individuals: The Consequences of Belonging
Groups: Their Nature and Function
Group Formation: Why