What role does frustration play in influencing aggression, according to psychological theories?

What will be an ideal response?


Freud suggested that aggressive behavior is a natural response to frustration and limitations imposed upon a person. Later researchers expanded upon this thesis. J. Dollard argued that, although frustration can lead to various forms of behavior, direct aggression toward others is its most likely consequence. Because everyone suffers frustration, aggression is a natural consequence of living, but it can be manifested in socially acceptable ways, such as contact sports or a military career, and/or engaged in vicariously (displaced) by observing others who are acting violently.

There are a number of theories attempting to explain why some individuals displace aggression, while others while others respond violently and directly toward the immediate source of their frustrations. Inappropriate child-rearing practices may affect how children show anger. The amount of frustration experienced may also affect an individual's response.

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a. biology b. psychology c. sociology d. theology

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Identify and explain the differences between the contract system and the lease system.

What will be an ideal response?

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a. Witness verification b. Eye witness identification c. Seizures under the Fourth Amendment d. Entrapment

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