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    Journal of Clinical Psychology
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    This study identified distinct aggression styles in incarcerated male delinquents based on physical size and aggressiveness. Positive coping patterns were found for aggression in various behavioral simulations.

    Area of Science:

    • Forensic Psychology
    • Behavioral Science
    • Criminology

    Background:

    • Understanding aggression styles is crucial for effective interventions with incarcerated populations.
    • Previous research has not fully explored the interplay of physical attributes and behavioral responses in adolescent aggression.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To examine the aggressive response styles of incarcerated, first-offense, white, male delinquents.
    • To identify distinct aggression styles based on physical size and aggressiveness.
    • To assess positive aggression coping patterns in simulated social and frustrating situations.

    Main Methods:

    • Sixty-four incarcerated male delinquents participated in two behavioral simulation tasks.
    • Assessed verbal anger, peer influence, arousal control, and physical aggressiveness.

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  • Evaluated performance on a digit symbol test under verbal attack.

    • Main Results:

    • Four distinct aggression styles emerged: physically powerful/aggressive, powerful/nonaggressive, physically weak/aggressive, and weak/nonaggressive.
    • These styles were based on the interaction of perceptual, behavioral, and physiological factors.
    • Positive aggression coping patterns were identified across simulation tasks.

    Conclusions:

    • Distinct aggression styles can be identified in incarcerated male delinquents.
    • Understanding these styles is key to developing targeted interventions.
    • Positive coping mechanisms for aggression exist and can be fostered.