Реферат: Aggression Essay Research Paper Aggression 1Running Head

One strong argument supports that people have built-in aggression. Much like the theories of Freud, that people have instinctual aggression, whether sexual or violent, a multitude of scientists and psychologists believe that biology is crucial in the development of aggression (Myers 1995). Differences in physical strength also have provided for differences in aggression levels between the two sexes. Another important factor involving aggression of people are other people. Very few times does an aggressive act stand alone. There is almost always a mutual fault or shared blame. In half of the reported cases of domestic violence it was found that both spouses were violent, it just tended to be that one person was considerably stronger than the other (Baumeister 1997). Aggressive behavior has been a huge part of mankind since people first starting walking. Aggression follows us wherever we go.

How concerned are we really with human happiness and self-development? Aggressive expression of anger can cause permanent damage to relationships. Here are some action methods for reducing anger:

1. THINK–”Aggression will drive a wedge between us”

2. BE ASSERTIVE–Seek “Win-Win” Solutions

3. Take a “TIME-OUT” if someone gets too upset

4. Find constructive ways to release your high

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energy and arousal

5. Choose constructive (not self-destructive) expressions of anger

The summary of this article is very informative and contains many aspects for us to take with us.

To overcome anger and aggression,

choose EMPATHETIC UNDERSTANDING

over assuming the worst intentions,

choose UNCONDITIONAL POSITIVE CARING

over insensitivity

choose the HAPPINESS DOCTRINE

over the fairness doctrine,

choose ACCEPTING the unchangeable aspects of reality

over hostility–”it’s the way of things,”

take CONSTRUCTIVE ENERGETIC ACTIONS

to help get rid of the steam inside, and

remember, there is inherent justice for harmful behaviors and most of all, remember,

EVERY MOMENT OF ANGER IS ONE LESS MOMENT OF HAPPINESS

(Stevens PhD 2000).

As we have learned, aggression is a part of our society that started long ago and will probably never end. Any behavior that takes the form of physical attack or verbal abuse is aggression. We know there are many different types

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and forms of aggression to differentiate from. Aggression can be positive or negative, accidental or intended and physical or mental. A critical part of us as humans is the driving force of aggression. As a society, all we need to do is learn when to say when.

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