Discuss How Freud's Original Frustration-Aggression Hypothesis Influenced Research by Behavioral

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Essay

Discuss how Freud's original frustration-aggression hypothesis influenced research by behavioral psychologists on the topic. Give evidence that frustration is one cause of aggression. Define displacement and catharsis and specify their roles in aggressive behavior.

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Definitions:

Utilitarianism

A philosophical theory focused on actions that maximize overall happiness or pleasure for the greatest number of people.

Deontology

An ethical theory emphasizing that the morality of an action should be based on whether the action itself is right or wrong under a series of rules, rather than based on the consequences of the action.

Feminist Ethics

An approach to ethics that prioritizes the experiences and interests of women and other marginalized genders, challenging traditional ethical frameworks that have historically overlooked them.

Ethics of Care

A philosophical perspective that emphasizes the importance of caring, empathy, and maintaining relationships as a moral obligation.