Possible Causes of Aggression
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What is aggression? What are the subtypes of aggression? Identify possible causes of aggressive behavior.
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Aggression can be defined as any behavior that is directed at or intended to hurt another person or persons. The two subtypes of aggression are:
*Hostile aggression: This type of aggression is driven by anger and is an end in itself.
*Instrumental aggression: It is used to serve some other purpose such as intimidation or extortion.
Possible causes of aggressive behavior:
Some are born with violent instincts ...
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