Psychology

Evolutionary psychologists have come up with a theoretical framework that explains the starting point of differences between males and females. They argue that the sex differences provide a reflection of the different physical and social environments experienced in the primeval times. The argument being advanced is that the two genders experienced varied pressures and that the difference in the reproductive status was a significant feature in life at that moment in time (Denisiuk, 2004).
This paper will examine the gender differences in aggression and how knowledge of the same can be applied in the reduction of aggression.

The difference
Gender refers to the biological andor physiological attributes that distinguishes males from females. Aggression on the other hand refers to behavior directed to other members of the same species aiming to cause harm or pain and can be executed physically, mentally, or verbally. Aggression is therefore meant to hurt others. Males have been known to express aggressive behavior in a much more physical manner than the females. This does not imply that females are not aggressive on the contrary, they are well known to express their aggressive behavioral patterns in a non-physical manner. This type of aggression is normally called relational aggression and involves manipulation, exclusion, and gossip (Deloris, 2009).

Conclusion
It is therefore imperative for professionals to be aware of the two types of aggressions and how the two genders utilize the aggression behavior if they are to be in apposition to address the challenges that come with this behavior. Many have assumed that words do not hurt and can be regarded as an understatement since both relational and physical aggression can harm. Aggression behavior can result in feelings of depression, low self esteem and physical injuries. It should therefore be looked at in the broader spectrum as opposed to the narrow view that places emphasis on the physical aggression.