Links and other documents of interest on aggression
 Aggression Report
Early Learning Prevents Youth Violence
Centre of Excellence for Early Childhood Development (CEECD)
2008
"Public opinion research has found that more than 60% of Canadians believe that the age group most likely to engage in physical aggression is adolescent boys aged 12 to 17. Only 2% thought of preschoolers. In fact, those 2% have it right."
 Documentary
Origins of Human Aggression: The Other Story
2005, 50 min 13 s
National Film Board of Canada
Produced by Jean Gervais, Ph.D. & Richard E. Tremblay, Ph.D.
Is human aggression a result of nature or nurture? Interviews with researchers from various fields--including a Nobel prize winner--shed light on the question.
Startling footage of children acting out their aggressive impulses adds to this compelling documentary that examines the complex factors that affect the socialization of aggressive behaviour among humans.
Biological, environmental and psychological components are addressed, and guidelines for the prevention of human violence are also provided.
 Interactive Documentary
Aggression in Young Children: The Interactive Guide to Observing, Understanding and Intervening
2010, 360 min
Produced by Jean Gervais, Ph.D. & Richard E. Tremblay, PhD
Click here to see a clip
Are hitting, biting and bullying normal behaviours in young children? When do such behaviours start? Do they stop all on their own? What can you do to make sure they don’t continue? Why are some children more aggressive than others? When should you start to worry?
This interactive DVD uses direct observations filmed in natural settings, exercises, quizzes and interviews with experts in childhood aggression.
A comprehensive guide aimed at parents, educators and anyone interested in the development of young children. (2-disc DVD set)
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