CART Cognitive Restructuring for Anger 3

Question 1

A client believes 'If I'm not in control, something terrible will happen.' This belief increases anger when others don't comply. What cognitive theme is central?

Accepted Answer

Control schema

Answer

Control schemas generate anger when the client perceives threats to their sense of authority or predictability over events.

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of a balanced alternative thought for 'My boss hates me and wants me to fail'?

Accepted Answer

My boss might have been stressed today; their behavior isn't necessarily about me

Answer

A balanced alternative acknowledges uncertainty and considers non-personal explanations rather than swinging to the opposite extreme.

Question 3

In CBT for anger, 'hot thoughts' refer to:

Accepted Answer

The most emotionally charged thoughts that fuel anger at peak intensity

Answer

Hot thoughts are the core cognitions most directly linked to anger escalation in a specific triggering situation.

Question 4

A client frequently thinks 'People should always keep their promises.' According to REBT, this is an example of:

Accepted Answer

A demandingness belief

Answer

REBT identifies absolutistic 'should' and 'must' statements as irrational demandingness beliefs that create unnecessary anger.

Question 5

A therapist asks a client: 'What is the worst that could actually happen, and how would you cope?' This is designed to:

Accepted Answer

Challenge catastrophizing by building coping self-efficacy

Answer

By realistically confronting worst-case scenarios and identifying coping resources, clients reduce catastrophizing and anger intensity.

(CART) Certified Anger Resolution Therapist Practice Test

(CART) Certified Anger Resolution Therapist Practice Test

CART Cognitive Restructuring for Anger 3