CSAM Anger Management Theories & Techniques 4

Question 1

Which technique asks clients to rate anger intensity on a 0–10 scale throughout the day to increase self-awareness?

Accepted Answer

Subjective units of distress scale (SUDS) tracking

Answer

SUDS-based tracking is used in anger management to help clients monitor fluctuations in anger intensity and identify patterns across situations.

Question 2

In Gottman's research on couples, which metaphor describes the point at which anger-driven flooding prevents constructive discussion?

Accepted Answer

Diffuse physiological arousal (DPA) threshold

Answer

Gottman identified diffuse physiological arousal (DPA) as the threshold beyond which partners can no longer process information or problem-solve effectively.

Question 3

A CSAM practitioner teaching 'I-statements' is implementing which communication skill?

Accepted Answer

Assertiveness training

Answer

I-statements ('I feel frustrated when…') are a core assertiveness training technique that expresses feelings without blaming, reducing defensive anger reactions.

Question 4

Which psychodynamic concept explains anger as repressed emotional energy that must be expressed to prevent symptom formation?

Accepted Answer

Catharsis

Answer

The catharsis hypothesis holds that expressing repressed anger releases psychic tension, though modern research challenges its effectiveness for anger reduction.

Question 5

In group anger management, a client who vents extensively while others sit silently demonstrates which group dynamics issue?

Accepted Answer

Monopolizing

Answer

Monopolizing occurs when one group member dominates airtime, limiting therapeutic opportunity for others and requiring facilitative intervention.

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CSAM Anger Management Theories & Techniques 4