Which of the following accurately differentiates between overt aggression and relational aggression? Multiple Choice Relational aggression requires that the aggressor have a considerable level of social and cognitive skill while overt aggression does not. In overt aggression, the aggressive acts are committed in secrecy while in relational aggression the aggressive acts are committed without reserve. Overt aggression harms an individual through activities like gossiping and spreading rumors while relational aggression harms an individual through the use of physical violence. Relational aggression cannot be painful while overt aggression almost always is.