NAMA Assessment & Evaluation in Anger Management 2

Question 1

In the STAXI-2, the 'Anger-In' subscale measures:

Accepted Answer

The tendency to suppress or hold in angry feelings

Answer

Anger-In reflects the tendency to suppress or hold anger inward rather than expressing it externally.

Question 2

A high trait anger score on the STAXI-2 indicates that the client:

Accepted Answer

Has a stable dispositional tendency to experience anger frequently and intensely

Answer

Trait anger reflects a stable personality characteristic of experiencing frequent and intense anger across many situations over time.

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of behavioral observation in anger assessment?

Accepted Answer

Noting the client's nonverbal cues, tone, and body language during the session

Answer

Behavioral observation involves directly watching the client's nonverbal behavior, tone, and body language as evidence of anger patterns.

Question 4

The Anger Disorders Scale (ADS) differs from the STAXI-2 primarily because it:

Accepted Answer

Assesses anger at clinically significant disorder-level intensity

Answer

The ADS was developed to measure anger at clinically significant levels, framing anger as a potential disorder that warrants clinical intervention.

Question 5

In anger management assessment, 'collateral information' refers to:

Accepted Answer

Information obtained from third parties such as family, employers, or legal records

Answer

Collateral information comes from third-party sources such as family members, employers, or legal records, providing a broader view of the client's anger behavior.

(NAMA) National Anger Management Association Practice Test

(NAMA) National Anger Management Association Practice Test

NAMA Assessment & Evaluation in Anger Management 2