Explore how Gender Influences the Expression of Aggression in Anxious Individuals Considering Socialization and Cultural Expectation
Year: 2024
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: This study explores how gender influences the expression of aggression among anxious individuals, considering the roles of socialization and cultural expectations. While anxiety and aggression are often studied separately, their co-existence is not uncommon, particularly when analyzed through a gendered lens. Using a quantitative approach, data were collected from 500 participants of diverse cultural backgrounds to examine these interactions. The results revealed significant gender differences, with men exhibiting more physical aggression and women showing higher relational aggression. Regression analysis confirmed that socialization significantly predicts aggressive behavior, while moderation analysis showed that cultural expectations influence the anxiety-aggression relationship differently for men and women. Test statistics, including t-tests, ANOVA, and correlation analysis, indicated significant associations between gender, anxiety, and aggression levels. For instance, t-tests highlighted significant differences in aggression types across genders (p < 0.05), while ANOVA demonstrated the impact of cultural background on aggression (p < 0.01). These findings align with psychological theories like the Frustration-Aggression Hypothesis and gender frameworks such as Social Role Theory and Gender Schema Theory. The study emphasizes the need for gender-sensitive and culturally competent interventions, offering a comprehensive understanding of anxiety-induced aggression and its implications for tailored mental health strategies across diverse populations.
Authors: Ifra Mahmood, Mishal Najam, Mian Raheel Kamal, Afshan Ali
Language: English
Subfield: Social Psychology
Field: Psychology
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4404340176