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Projects in behavioral problems focus on understanding the development, causes, and consequences of challenging behaviors in children and adolescents, such as aggression, defiance, impulsivity, and conduct issues. These studies investigate how biological, psychological, and environmental factors—such as temperament, parenting practices, trauma, and neighborhood conditions—contribute to the emergence and persistence of behavioral difficulties. Researchers also explore protective factors and early interventions that can reduce risk and promote positive adjustment. Many projects aim to inform evidence-based practices in schools, clinics, and community settings to support children’s emotional regulation, social skills, and overall well-being.
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- Collaborative Research: Aggression as Biological Adaptation: Investigating Development in Stressful ContextsProject Abstract/Summary Aggression has significant negative impacts on individuals and societies. Aggressive behaviors are influenced by poverty and stress. In the current study, the researchers seek to understand how youth aggression might be biologically advantageous in the context of both acute and chronic stress exposure. The investigators also consider potential gender differences in the biological benefits of aggression, as well as potential influences of this buffering effect on later risky behaviors. Understanding the functions of aggression, and its potential benefits… Read more: Collaborative Research: Aggression as Biological Adaptation: Investigating Development in Stressful Contexts