Aggressive Behavior in Children: Concepts, Forms, and Explanatory Theories

Abstract

This study aims to analyze aggressive behavior among children from psychological, educational, social, and religious perspectives, considering it one of the most significant behavioral issues facing families and modern societies. The research discusses the concept, forms, and influencing factors of aggression through an analytical review of major psychological theories, including the biological theory, the frustration–aggression hypothesis, and social learning theory.The researchers adopted a descriptive–analytical methodology to examine the phenomenon by reviewing relevant psychological, educational, and religious literature, and by exploring the interrelations among psychological factors (such as repressed emotions and stress), educational factors (such as parenting styles and role modeling), social factors (such as peer influence and media exposure), and moral–religious factors.

The study concludes that aggression is not purely innate but rather a learned behavior that can be modified through positive upbringing, early psychological intervention, and the active involvement of the family, school, and religious institutions in guiding behavior and managing emotions. It emphasizes the importance of an integrated approach combining psychological, educational, social, and religious efforts to prevent and reduce aggressive tendencies among children.The study recommends developing preventive and corrective educational programs that promote positive behavior and instill values of self-control and tolerance, as well as conducting future field research to evaluate the long-term effectiveness of such programs in reducing aggression.