Submission and Aggression

Writ by Jesse Lee aka Oregonleatherboy

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Aggression

Aggression is a behavior that is characterized by the intent to harm or damage another person. 

Aggression is a behavior that is characterized by the intent to harm or damage another person. It can be:

• emotional

• physical

• verbal

 Aggressive behaviors are often seen in children and adolescents as they are still developing their social skills and coping mechanisms.

Submission and aggression are two opposite behavioral responses that animals, including humans, use in response to a perceived threat or challenge. Submission refers to the act of yielding or surrendering to a more dominant individual or group, whereas aggression is the act of attacking, threatening, or intimidating others to establish dominance or defend one's territory.

In many animal species, submission is an adaptive strategy that allows weaker individuals to avoid physical harm and maintain social harmony within the group. For example, when a subordinate wolf submits to the alpha wolf, it signals its recognition of the alpha's dominance and avoids further conflict. Similarly, in human societies, submission can be seen as a way of showing respect for authority and maintaining social order.

However, submission can also be maladaptive if it becomes a habitual response to all situations, leading to feelings of helplessness and low self-esteem. In some cases, individuals may submit even when there is no real threat or challenge, leading to a cycle of learned helplessness.

Aggression, on the other hand, can be an effective strategy for establishing dominance and defending one's territory. However, it can also lead to physical harm and social disruption if not regulated by social norms and rules.

The relationship between submission and aggression is complex and context-dependent. In some situations, submission can prevent aggression by signaling recognition of dominance and avoiding further conflict. In other situations, submission can provoke aggression by signaling weakness and vulnerability.

Here are three authoritative references that provide more information on the relationship between submission and aggression:

1. "Submission and Aggression: A Meta-Analytic Review" by Anderson & Bushman (2002), published in Psychological Bulletin: This meta-analysis examines the relationship between submissive behavior and aggressive behavior across multiple studies.

2. "The Role of Submission in the Evolution of Dominance Hierarchies" by Chase & Seitz (2011), published in Behavioral Ecology: This article discusses how submission behavior has evolved in animal societies and its role in maintaining social order.

3. "The Relationship Between Submission and Aggression in Domestic Dogs" by Rooney & Bradshaw (2002), published in Journal of Applied Animal Welfare Science: This study examines the relationship between submission and aggression in domestic dogs and how it is influenced by socialization and training.