Here are some key characteristics of social aggression:
* Goal-oriented: It's not just about inflicting pain, but about achieving a specific social goal.
* Indirect: It often involves subtle, manipulative tactics rather than direct physical harm.
* Relational: It focuses on damaging relationships, spreading rumors, or excluding others.
* Verbal and non-verbal: It can manifest through gossip, insults, threats, social isolation, or manipulating social situations.
Here are some examples of social aggression:
* Spreading rumors or lies about someone.
* Excluding someone from a group or social event.
* Making fun of someone's appearance or intelligence in front of others.
* Starting a fight between others to cause conflict and chaos.
* Using social media to publicly humiliate or shame someone.
Social aggression can have serious consequences for the victim, including:
* Emotional distress and anxiety
* Low self-esteem and depression
* Social isolation and loneliness
* Increased risk of bullying and victimization
It's important to understand and address social aggression, as it can create a toxic and harmful social environment.
Note: Social aggression is different from physical aggression, which involves physical harm.