Language development mediates the relationship between gender and relational aggression: A study of Iranian preschool children

• DOI: 10.1111/ajpy.12109
• Publication Date: 2015-11-24T02:44:43Z
• Authors: Maryam Razmjoee; Paul H. Harnett; Ameneh Shahaeian
• Keywords: Expression (computer science)

ObjectiveResearch has highlighted the role of gender in expression aggression. While boys display higher levels physical aggression, girls appear to relational It is proposed that aggression may be associated, at least part, with a child's development language skills. The aim present study was investigate expressive and receptive aggression.MethodA sample 106 four six‐year‐old Iranian children completed test ability while their teachers rating scale measuring children's aggression.ResultsResults supported hypothesis skills play an important Teachers reported displayed significantly more boys. Girls were also found have than Finally, mediation analysis mediated relationship between aggression.ConclusionsThe results suggest differences related as opposed per se.