Anger Management Theories & Techniques Flashcards
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Which theorist introduced the concept of 'irrational beliefs' as a primary cause of anger and emotional disturbance?
Answer: Albert Ellis
Albert Ellis, founder of Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), argued that irrational beliefs—especially 'musts' and 'shoulds'—generate intense anger.
A client uses humor and exercise to cope with anger before confronting a coworker. This exemplifies which concept?
Answer: Adaptive coping
Adaptive coping strategies like humor and physical activity reduce anger intensity so the person can address the issue constructively.
In the context of anger management, 'rumination' is problematic primarily because it:
Answer: Prolongs and intensifies the anger experience
Rumination keeps attention focused on the provocation and grievances, sustaining elevated arousal and amplifying the anger response over time.
Which evidence-based approach uses functional analysis to identify antecedents, behaviors, and consequences of anger episodes?
Answer: Applied behavior analysis / behavioral anger management
Behavioral anger management applies functional (ABC) analysis to understand what triggers anger, what the angry behavior looks like, and what reinforces it.
Which mindfulness-based intervention has the strongest empirical support specifically for reducing trait anger in adults?
Answer: Both MBSR and ACT show comparable strong support
Research indicates both MBSR and ACT demonstrate strong empirical support for reducing trait anger, often outperforming waitlist and active controls.
A therapist asks a client to notice bodily sensations (tight chest, clenched jaw) as early anger signals without judging them. This is an application of:
Answer: Mindful body scanning
Mindful body scanning trains clients to detect physiological anger cues early, providing a window to intervene before anger escalates.
The 'think–feel–act' chain in cognitive-behavioral anger therapy is best described as:
Answer: Thoughts influence feelings which shape behavior
CBT holds that appraisals (thoughts) about events generate emotional states (feelings), which in turn drive behavioral responses including aggression.