Term ID: T4789

Relational Aggression

/relational-aggression/
Indirect aggressive behaviors that harm others through manipulation of relationships and social connections.
Example: Spreading rumors, social exclusion, or friendship manipulation used to hurt others, particularly common among adolescents.

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Reference: Crick & Grotpeter (1995)