CSAM Communication & Assertiveness Skills 5

Question 1

Which of the following is the BEST example of an 'I' statement used during anger management?

Accepted Answer

'I feel dismissed when meetings end before I've spoken.'

Answer

A true 'I' statement links a specific behavior to a specific feeling without attributing intent or blame to the other person.

Question 2

The communication skill of 'negative inquiry' is used primarily to:

Accepted Answer

Prompt more specific feedback from a critic to clarify the complaint

Answer

Negative inquiry prompts the critic to be more specific ('What exactly bothers you about that?'), which can reveal valid feedback or dissolve vague attacks.

Question 3

A client's spouse frequently makes contemptuous remarks during arguments. The therapist should first teach the client to:

Accepted Answer

Recognize contempt as a signal to call a time-out and revisit later

Answer

Contempt is a high-arousal cue; taking a time-out prevents further escalation and models the regulation skills being taught.

Question 4

Which of the following demonstrates the concept of 'workable compromise' in assertive communication?

Accepted Answer

Both parties explore options that partially meet each person's core need

Answer

Workable compromise seeks solutions that honor each party's core interests rather than demanding equal sacrifice or total capitulation.

Question 5

Proxemics, as it relates to anger communication, refers to:

Accepted Answer

The use of physical space and distance to signal intent during conflict

Answer

Proxemics is the study of personal space; in conflict, invading someone's space communicates aggression while maintaining distance can de-escalate.

(CSAM) Certified Specialist in Anger Management Practice Test

(CSAM) Certified Specialist in Anger Management Practice Test

CSAM Communication & Assertiveness Skills 5