Catharsis Hypothesis: This theory proposes that releasing aggressive energy relieves aggressive urges. In our analogy, honking your horn might be seen as cathartic release.
Displacement:This is shifting aggressive impulses toward a less threatening object or person. Like yelling at your steering wheel instead of other drivers during traffic congestion.
Instrumental Aggression:This type of aggression is aimed at hurting someone else to gain something—like aggressively cutting off another driver just so you can move one car length ahead.