Aggression

Question 1

Instinct Theory

Answer 1

Aggression is genetically inherited and that a trait of violence lies within everyone.

Question 2

Social Learning Theory

Answer 2

All behaviour is learned and aggression is not genetically-based innate but is nurtured through the environment

Question 3

Frustration Aggression Hypothesis

Answer 3

• When a drive to a goal is blocked by an obstacle
• This causes frustration
• Aggressive gene is triggered
• The outcome: Catharsis or Punishment

Question 4

Aggression Cue Hypothesis

Answer 4

Frustration leads to an increase in arousal - which creates a readiness for aggression.
- Aggressive cues will trigger aggression in sport if arousal levels are high among participants

Question 5

How do you eliminate aggression?

Answer 5

Cognitive techniques - psychological process (mental rehearsal etc…)
Somatic Techniques - Physical processes (Heart rate etc…)