Aggression is a process, not an event, and the context in which it occurs matters.
Neural circuits work together to produce a pattern of aggressive behaviors.
Hormones and neurotransmitters play a role in driving people towards aggression, but the buildup of pressure is the real driver.
A specific collection of neurons in the brain's ventromedial nucleus hypothalamus (VMH) is responsible for generating aggressive behavior.
Estrogen receptor-containing neurons are specifically responsible for generating aggressive behavior, and the activation of these neurons makes people more aggressive.
Genetic bias exists, but aggression typically results from a complex interplay between genetics and the environment.
Testosterone does not cause aggression, but it can increase natural tendencies towards aggression or competition.
Alcohol and caffeine have opposite effects on the body's autonomic nervous system and can bias people towards impulsivity and indirect aggression.
Omega-3, hot baths/saunas, Ashwagandha, and L carnitine can help reduce aggressive tendencies.
Serotonin and cortisol levels can impact aggression, and melatonin signals can vary between short and long days.
