Exploring the Association Between Rejection Sensitivity and Reactive Aggression: A Multi-Method Research

Xiaoli Du, Yi Liu, Cody Ding, Lijie Zhang, Guangcan Xiang, Linchuan Yang, Tian Jiabing College of Education, China Three Gorges University, Department of Education Sciences and Professional Programs, University of Missouri, School of Educational Science, Guangdong Polytechnic Normal University, College of Economics , China Three Gorges University

Journal of Social and Personal Relationships

Published online on April 16, 2026

Abstract

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This multi-method study examines the relationship between rejection sensitivity and reactive aggression, extending prior research from intimate relationships to broader interpersonal contexts. Across three studies, Study 1 (n= 1,104) used a cross-...