Conflicts and Aggression Among Infants and Different Attributes of Toys: An Experimental Study

Authors

  • Lucas Tadeu Garcia Universidade Federal de São Carlos
  • Nancy Vinagre Fonseca de Almeida Universidade Federal de São Carlos
  • Maria Stella Coutinho de Alcântara Gil Universidade Federal de São Carlos

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5380/psi.v17i1.19417

Keywords:

babies, peer interaction, conflict, aggression, toys

Abstract

This study investigated the relationship between the occurrence of conflicts and aggressions in infant peer interactions and the type and size of toys available. Twelve children, 2 to 3-years-old, were videotaped in a free play situation in four different experimental conditions. The interactions were described by means of a categorization system which defined interactions as friendly or agonistic and its subtypes, and the episodes of aggression were recorded. There was significant correlation between the type of toy available and the frequency of aggression, with a higher prevalence of episodes in the big scrap condition. Struggle for object was the predominant conflict in all conditions. The results demonstrated that certain toys' properties can influence the interactions between children.

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Published

2013-11-08

How to Cite

Garcia, L. T., Almeida, N. V. F. de, & Gil, M. S. C. de A. (2013). Conflicts and Aggression Among Infants and Different Attributes of Toys: An Experimental Study. Interação Em Psicologia, 17(1). https://doi.org/10.5380/psi.v17i1.19417

Issue

Vol. 17 No. 1 (2013)

Section

Research Reports

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