Frustration-aggression hypothesis

• What does the frustration-aggression hypothesis state?

  Aggression is a response to frustration
• When does frustration occur according to the hypothesis?

  When you're prevented from achieving a goal
• How can punishment affect aggression according to the hypothesis?

  It may lead to aggression being displaced
• What is displacement in the context of frustration-aggression hypothesis?

  Displacement occurs if the source of frustration is unavailable
• What is catharsis in relation to aggressive acts?

  A psychodynamic process that relieves frustration
• How does achieving goals through aggression affect future behavior?

  It makes aggression more likely to occur
• What are the key components of the frustration-aggression hypothesis?

  • Aggression is a response to frustration
  • Frustration occurs when goals are blocked
  • Punishment can lead to displaced aggression
  • Displacement occurs if the source is unavailable
  • Aggression can relieve frustration through catharsis
  • Rewarded aggression increases future aggression likelihood