CART Relaxation & De-escalation Skills

Question 1

What is progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) and how does it help with anger?

Accepted Answer

A technique of systematically tensing and releasing muscle groups to reduce physical tension associated with anger

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A program of progressively more intense exercise

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A type of massage therapy requiring a licensed therapist

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Stretching exercises performed before athletic competition

Question 2

What is the 'time-out' technique in anger management?

Accepted Answer

A planned, temporary withdrawal from a triggering situation to calm down before responding

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A punishment technique where the person sits in a corner

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A complete avoidance of all stressful situations

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A therapy session break mandated by the therapist

Question 3

How does deep breathing (diaphragmatic breathing) reduce anger arousal?

Accepted Answer

It activates the parasympathetic nervous system, counteracting the fight-or-flight response

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It increases oxygen to fuel an angry response

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It has no physiological effect on anger

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It only works as a distraction technique

Question 4

What is the STOP technique in anger de-escalation?

Accepted Answer

Stop, Think, Observe your options, and Proceed with the best choice

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Shout, Threaten, Overwhelm, and Punish

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Stay, Talk, Open up, and Process

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Submit, Transfer, Overcome, and Prevail

Question 5

What is mindfulness and how is it applied to anger management?

Accepted Answer

Non-judgmental present-moment awareness that helps observe anger without automatically reacting

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A religious meditation practice required for anger therapy

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Complete elimination of all thoughts and emotions

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Intense focus on the source of anger to amplify the feeling

Question 6

What is guided imagery as a relaxation technique for anger?

Accepted Answer

Using mental visualization of calm, peaceful scenes to reduce physiological arousal and promote relaxation

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Looking at photographs of nature during therapy sessions

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Imagining angry scenarios to desensitize the client

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Watching relaxation videos on a screen during sessions