Psychology of Anger and Aggression

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What is the primary outcome of dealing with anger in an assertive manner?

  • Escalating conflicts
  • Developing depression and low self-esteem
  • Suppressing angry feelings
  • Resolving conflicts, solving problems, and making decisions (correct)

What is the term used to describe anger expressed through verbal abuse, lack of cooperation, or threatening behavior?

  • Anger
  • Verbal assertiveness
  • Physical aggression
  • Hostility (correct)

What is the result of expressing anger in an inappropriate manner?

  • Hostility and aggression (correct)
  • Development of physical problems
  • Resolution of conflicts
  • Improved self-esteem

Which gender is more likely to manifest anger suppression through somatic complaints and psychological problems?

<p>Women (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of denying or suppressing angry feelings?

<p>Physical problems such as migraine headaches, ulcers, or coronary artery disease (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is anger awareness and expression necessary for women's growth and development?

<p>To recognize the importance of assertive anger expression (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of assertive communication?

<p>Expressing feelings and being specific to the situation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an effective way to manage anger, according to cognitive behavioral therapy?

<p>Problem-solving, distraction, and changing one's perspective (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of identifying different phases in aggressive incidents?

<p>To identify key points for intervention and prevention of physical aggression (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of the escalation phase of aggressive behavior?

<p>The client's behavior becomes more aggressive and loud (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common feature of people who have auditory hallucinations that command them to hurt others?

<p>They experience aggressive behavior (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are interventions during the triggering and escalation phases important?

<p>To prevent physically aggressive behavior (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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