One determinant of whether we will respond aggressively when provoked is whether

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Perceiving the provocation as intentional is a key determinant of whether we will respond aggressively. It is a common belief that people are more likely to respond aggressively if they believe the harm was intentional rather than accidental. Research suggests that even infants have a sensitivity to intentional actions and are more likely to respond negatively to actions that seem intentional.

One Determinant of Whether We Will Respond Aggressively When Provoked