impulsive aggression

Impulsive aggression is sudden, uncontrolled anger or hostility that happens quickly without much planning. It often occurs in response to frustration, threat, or annoyance, and individuals may act aggressively in the heat of the moment. This behavior is driven by emotional reactivity rather than thoughtful decision-making, and it can be linked to brain activity involving impulse control. While understandable feelings can trigger it, impulsive aggression can lead to harmful consequences, making it important to manage emotions and develop coping strategies to prevent such reactions.