Phenomenological and functional diversity of violence among children

Author(s): Krappmann, L.

Journal/Book: Prax Kinderpsychol Kinderpsyc. 2000; 49: Theaterstrasse 13, , D-37073 Gottingen, Germany. Vandenhoeck & Ruprecht. 3-15.

Abstract: Examination of ten-year old children's everyday interactions with peers observed in natural settings of a school demonstrates that violence was present in many situations of help, sanctions, and rough-and-tumble play. Thorough analysis reveals diverse functions of violence in children's interactions: affirmation of reciprocity and justice, experience of agency and control, preservation of territories against intruders, clear messages, compensations of lacking capacities, and defense of the self.

Note: Review Oswald H, Univ Potsdam, Inst Padagog, PF 60 15 53, D-14415 Potsdam, GERMANY

Keyword(s): TUMBLE PLAY; DOMINANCE

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