People redirect their hostility when the cause of their frustration is intimidating or unknown.This phenomenon is known as ________.

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Scapegoating is when individuals redirect their frustration or anger towards a target that is less threatening or more easily identifiable. This can be a person, group or thing that is blamed for the individual's problems, even though they may not be responsible.

People Redirect Their Hostility When the Cause of Their Frustration