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APS Virtual Poster Showcase · 2020
Aggressive Dating Couples Use More Anger and Swear Words in Daily Life
- Alyssa Delcampo
Florida International University - Pablo Gomez
Florida International University - Caroline Griffin
Florida International University - Graciela Hernandez
FIU - Adriana Mejias Fernandez
Florida International University - Gabriella Morey
Florida International University - Adela Timmons
Florida International University
Abstract
This study examines associations between language use, relationship distress, and dating aggression in couples’ daily lives. Multilevel models showed that males who perpetrated dating aggression used more anger and swear words. Additionally, females who perpetrated more dating aggression used more anger words, but only when feeling annoyed at their partner.
Aggression