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The Influence of Awe on Aggressive Behavior among Adolescents: Peer Relationship as a Moderator

LI Xiaoming1,2,3, MENG Yuan1, YANG Zhiqing1, LIU Xiaodan1   

  1. 1. Department of Psychology, Hunan Normal University, Changsha 410081;
    2. Center of Cultural and Social Psychology, Hunan Normal University, Changsha 410081;
    3. Cognition and Human Behavior Key Laboratory of Hunan Province, Hunan Normal University, Changsha 410081
  • Published:2025-01-22

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Abstract: This study explored the effects of awe (positive and negative awe) on adolescent aggression and the moderating effect of peer relationships through objectively manipulating individuals’ emotional states of awe. The study aimed to provide suggestions for educators to intervene effectively in adolescents’ aggressive behavior. The results showed that: (1) Awe (especially positive awe) and good peer relationships could effectively inhibit adolescent aggressive behavior; (2) Peer relationships moderated the effect of awe on adolescent aggression, and positive awe had a stronger suppressive effect on aggression in those with poor peer relationships than in those with good peer relationships. Current research reveals the importance of developing awe in adolescents with social adjustment problems.

Key words: awe, aggressive behavior, peer relationships, adolescent

CLC Number: 

  • B844
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