Neural & Hormonal Mechanisms in Aggression (OCR A-Level Psychology): Flashcards

Physical or non-physical behaviour threatening/harming others or objects

Hypothalamus, amygdala, hippocampus

Produces aggression

Decides if event is good or bad

Accesses memories to decide if event threatening

Stops aggression in inappropriate situations

Neurotransmitter that reduces aggression

Less likely to be aggressive

Hormone that increases aggression tendency

Adrenal glands & sex glands (testes/ovaries)

Men produce more testosterone than women

Reduces aggressive behaviour 33-100%

Increased serotonin reduced aggressive behaviour

Violent inmates have higher testosterone levels

Ignores social & environmental factors