Mechanisms of Venting and Aggression

Research Topic
Mechanisms of Venting and Aggression

Lead Researcher
Toshio Kawai, Professor, Kokoro Research Center, Kyoto University

Collaborating Researcher
Sakiko Yoshikawa, Director, Institute of Philosophy & Human Values, Kyoto University of the Arts

Center Co-Researchers
Yukiko Uchida, Professor, Kokoro Research Center, Kyoto University

Chihiro Hatanaka, Senior Lecturer, Kokoro Research Center, Kyoto University

Kuniaki Yanagisawa, Senior Lecturer, Kokoro Research Center, Kyoto University

Yuka Suzuki, Program-Specific Assistant Professor, Kokoro Research Center, Kyoto University

Hisae Konakawa, Research Fellow, Kokoro Research Center, Kyoto University

Expressing aggression has become more difficult. Symptoms and adjustment disorders caused by suppressing one’s aggression have been rising since 2010. However, to live an enriched life, it is necessary to sublimate the negative energy that rises within us. Speaking up for oneself, making requests appropriately and venting help one’s relationships with others and the environment continue favorably.

2020/05/22