Tag: aggression

Study examines possible effect of excessive sugar intake on ADHD, bipolar disorder and aggressive behaviours

From the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus press release: New research suggests that conditions such as attention deficit hyperactivity syndrome (ADHD), bipolar disorder, and even aggressive behaviors may be… Read more »

Study suggests children use make-believe aggression and violence to manage bad-tempered peers

From the University of Cambridge press release: Children are more likely to introduce violent themes into their pretend play, such as imaginary fighting or killing, if they are with playmates… Read more »

Study identifies distinct types of teen popularity

From the Florida Atlantic University press release: Adolescents place a lot of emphasis on popularity and they are keenly aware of the difference between being liked and being popular. If… Read more »

Study suggests testosterone and cortisol modulate the effects of empathy on aggression in children

From the University of the Basque Country press release: The research group in the Psychobiology section of the Department of Basic Psychological Processes and their Development of the UPV/EHU’s Faculty… Read more »

Study suggests interparental aggression often co-occurs with aggression toward kids

From the Penn State press release: Parents in the midst of a psychologically or physically aggressive argument tend to also be aggressive with their children, according to researchers at Penn… Read more »

Study suggests sexist men underestimate their power in romantic relationships

From the American Psychological Association press release: Heterosexual men with sexist attitudes may underestimate how much power they actually have in their romantic relationships, which could lead to increased aggression… Read more »