CSAM Diagnosis of Anger Issues 4

Question 1

Which physiological measurement is commonly used in biofeedback-assisted anger diagnosis to detect autonomic arousal during provocation?

Accepted Answer

Galvanic skin response (GSR)

Answer

Galvanic skin response measures electrodermal activity linked to sympathetic nervous system arousal and is used to detect physiological anger reactions.

Question 2

When conducting a risk assessment with an angry client, which factor MOST significantly increases the risk of violent behavior?

Accepted Answer

History of prior violent behavior toward others

Answer

Past violent behavior is the single strongest empirical predictor of future violence and must be weighted heavily in any risk assessment.

Question 3

A client reports anger episodes with sudden onset, rapid de-escalation within 30 minutes, and no premeditation. These features are MOST consistent with which type of aggression?

Accepted Answer

Reactive/impulsive aggression

Answer

Reactive or impulsive aggression is characterized by rapid onset in response to perceived threat or frustration, short duration, and lack of planning.

Question 4

Which comorbid condition is MOST frequently found alongside anger disorders and can amplify aggressive responses through hypervigilance and threat perception?

Accepted Answer

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Answer

PTSD commonly co-occurs with anger disorders, and its hypervigilance and threat-sensitization symptoms significantly increase aggressive reactivity.

Question 5

The Aggression Questionnaire (AQ) developed by Buss and Perry measures four dimensions of aggression. Which of the following is NOT one of those dimensions?

Accepted Answer

Passive aggression

Answer

The Buss-Perry AQ measures physical aggression, verbal aggression, hostility, and anger—passive aggression is not one of its four subscales.

(CSAM) Certified Specialist in Anger Management Practice Test

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CSAM Diagnosis of Anger Issues 4