Physical Punishment By Parent Figures as a Model of Aggressive Behavior in Children.

Fairchild, Louis; Erwin, William M.

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ERIC Number: EJ164776

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Publication Date: 1977

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Physical Punishment By Parent Figures as a Model of Aggressive Behavior in Children

Fairchild, Louis; Erwin, William M.

Journal of Genetic Psychology, 130, 2, 279-284, Jun 77

This project investigated the effect of a filmed, physically punitive parent model on the behavior of 60 elementary age boys. The total percentage of aggressive responses emitted in doll play was significantly higher for those who viewed the film compared to those who had not. (MS)

Descriptors: Aggression, Antisocial Behavior, Behavioral Science Research, Corporal Punishment, Elementary Education, Elementary School Students, Films, Males, Modeling (Psychology), Parent Role, Punishment

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