Preventing VIOLENT Behavior &
Preventing VIOLENT Behavior &
BEHAVIOR
UNDERSTANDING &
AGGRESSION IN
CHILDREN
LIST OF
0 CONTENTS
Define aggression and list and
describe different forms of
1 agression:
Explain age and gender
0 differences in aggression;
2 Explain form a system or ecological
0 perspective , how children become aggresive
or violent ,and how they acquire scripts foe
3 agression and violence .
Explain the role of media
0 violence in childrensa
aggression:
4
0 List and describe different forms
of violence’
5
0 Summarize the warning signs of
violent behaivor in children ;and
6
0 List and Discuss and give examples of specific
guidance strategies that prevent or control
aggression.
WHAT IS
AGGRESSION?
Aggression is when someone
purposely tries to hurt or harm
another people , either
physically or emotionally . It
show up in different ways .
TYPES OF
AGGRESSION
Physical
Aggression Verbal
It includes hitting, Aggression
kicking, biting,
using weapons, and Using words to hurt,
breaking toys or like yelling,
other possessions. insulting, or
threatening.
Relational Instrumental
Aggression aggression
Trying to hurt Being aggressive to
someone’s social get something, like
life, like spreading pushing to get
rumors or leaving ahead in line.
them out on
purpose.
TYPES OF
AGGRESSION
Hostile
Aggression
Acting out of anger
just to hurt
someone.
Passive
Aggression
Indirect ways of
showing anger, like
giving the silent
treatment or
making sarcastic
comments.
AGE & GENDER
DIFFERENCES IN
AGGRESSION
AGE DIFFERENCES
Family
dynamics, Children learn
exposure to from observing
violence, and others, including
peer influences adults and peers,
can contribute which can shape
to aggressive their aggressive
behaviors. behaviors.
THE ROLE OF MEDIA VIOLENCE
IN CHILDREN AGGRESSION
Economic
A person who is subjected to economic Physical Abuse
violence loses their financial
independence, even if they work outside can be used against a person, a group, objects,
the home and earn a good salary. animals or premises. It might escalate from
banging a fist on a table to destroying an entire
•can occur between people who are set of furniture. It might also escalate from
equally wealthy or poor, just as it can pushing or shoving to homicide.
between people with unequal incomes •this form of violence is minimized in various
Examples: forces a person to pay sums settings (schools, sports, video games), it can
of money or to pay for expenses that are lead to serious consequences for victims
not their own steals a person’s debit or (concussion, severe physical and psychological
injuries, post-traumatic stress disorder, etc.).
credit cards demands that a person Examples: •child abuse •elder abuse
justify their purchases .
THE WARNING SIGNS OF VIOLENT
BEHAIVOR IN CHILDREN
1.Intense Anger and Frequent Loss of Temper: Children exhibit frequent and
intense anger outbursts, temper tantrums.
2. Extreme Irritability and Impulsiveness A child who is easily agitated,
becomes easily frustrated, or acts impulsively without thinking.
3.Physical Aggression This includes hitting, kicking, biting, or pushing others,
as well as using objects as weapons.
4.Verbal Aggression Yelling, name-calling, threats, or taunting others are also
indicators of potential aggression.
5.Destructive Behavior Damaging property, destroying toys or furniture, or
hurting animals can be warning signs.
6.Soocial Withdrawal and Isolation A child who is increasingly isolated,
withdrawn from social activities, or expresses feelings of rejection or
persecution may be at risk.
7.History of Discipline Problems A child with a history of frequent discipline
problems, aggressive behavior, or a pattern of defiance may be at higher risk.
8.Intolerance for Differences A child who shows intolerance for others, or who
has unrealistic or unfair attitudes towards other people, may be at risk.
GUIDANCE STRATEGIES TO
PREVENT OR CONTROL
AGGRESSION:
Early Intervention and Prevention
Promote Positive Discipline: Focus on teaching children
appropriate behavior and problem-solving skills rather than using
punishment or violence.
Create Safe and Supportive Environments: Ensure children feel
safe and secure at home, school, and in their communities.
Limit Exposure to Violence: Restrict children's access to violent
media, video games, and weapons.
Teach Conflict Resolution Skills: Help children learn how to
resolve conflicts peacefully through communication, negotiation,
and compromise.