In contrast, higher levels of teacher training and coaching were significantly associated with an increase in hostile attribution bias, aggressive strategies, and a decline in competent interpersonal strategies. (crimesolutions.gov)
For instance, a more hostile attribution bias, combined with high emotional intensity, predicted more negative child - friend interaction. (sciencedaily.com)
They also found that eighth and ninth graders who played violent games more frequently displayed greater «hostile attribution bias» (being vigilant for enemies) and got into more arguments with teachers. (scientificamerican.com)