Neural And Hormonal Influences On Aggression Flashcards
What is the limbic system
an area of the brain containing the amygdala and hippocampus which is responsible for coordinating behaviours related to motivation and emotion
What is the amygdala responsible for
Emotion, aggression and other adaptive qualities e.g. fear
Fast responses to immediate stressors
What is the hippocampus responsible for
Memory to learn suitable responses based on past experiences rather than innate stimuli
Mediated aggression- aggression that has been thought about
What is the role of serotonin
Inhibitory neurotransmitter that helps us calm down
Inhibits behaviour of amygdala which otherwise makes us act aggressively
Role of testosterone
Increased aggression and dominant behaviours
Increased rates of aggression in males once they become adolescents for competition and physical labour