Brad is a Professor of Communication, at Ohio state university. He studies the causes, consequences, and solutions to the problem of human aggression and violence. He was a member of President Obama’s committee on gun violence, and has testified before the U.S. Congress on the topic of youth violence. His research has challenged several myths (e.g., violent media have a trivial effect on aggression, venting anger reduces aggression, violent people suffer from low self-esteem, violence and sex sell products, warning labels reduce audience size). He has published over 200 peer-reviewed journal articles, which have been cited over 35,000 times. His research has been published in the top scientific journals (e.g., Science, PNAS), and has been featured extensively in the mass media (e.g., BBC, New York Times, NPR). In 2017, he received the Kurt Lewin Award from the Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues for “outstanding contributions to the development and integration of psychological research and social action” (jointly with Craig Anderson).
Some topics discussed include:
-Three routes that lead to aggressive behaviour.
-The critical link between self-control and aggression.
-Self-control as a predictor of success.
-Exposure to violent media and the psychological impact of living in war zones.
-Inclusivity, discrimination and the effects of social rejection on individuals.
-The relationship between self-confidence and narcissism on aggressive behaviour.
-Practical research-backed tips for anger management and maintaining control in heated exchanges.
And much more!
