الشتائم بين المزاح والألم

The uses of insults vary widely, from verbal violence and jokes to expressions of love. Verbal aggression in schools is a central topic in Oksana Havrileva's study of the world of insults, as she addresses its causes and forms, as well as measures to prevent it, and the cultural differences that shape our perception of it. * It also shows how the use of insults varies between cultures: in Slavic languages, for example, expressions of a sexual nature predominate, while in German-speaking regions, profane insults are particularly common. Analysis of verbal aggression during the COVID-19 pandemic reveals additional aspects, such as the emergence of new insults and conflict situations. A specialized introduction to the theory of insults - its functions, forms and effects. Oksana Havrileva studied German Studies at the Ivan Franko National University in Lviv, Ukraine, where she taught until 2021. She received her doctorate in 2001 for her thesis on swear words in modern Austrian literature. She has been conducting research and teaching ever since.