Wilcox, Christine,

Understanding violent behavior / by Christine Wilcox. - 80 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm. - Understanding psychology. . - Understanding psychology (ReferencePoint Press). .

Includes bibliographical references and index.

The brain, evolution, and the rage response -- Violence against outsiders -- War -- Psychological effects of violence -- Abnormal psychology and violence.

Human beings are among the most murderous species on the planet. From child abuse to road rage to torture to genocide, people are capable of unspeakable acts of violence. While some violent instincts are rooted in the fight-or-flight response, psychologists believe that humans are especially violent because of their fierce loyalty to their social groups.

ISBN: 9781682822838 1682822834

LCCN: 2017011641

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Aggressiveness.
Violence--Psychological aspects.

Dewey Class. No.: 155.2/32