Anger vs aggression Flashcards
a normal human emotion
anger
accompanied by elevated HR, BP, epi, norepinephrine, glucose
anger
this expression is learned
anger
this prepares the body to fight
anger
this ranges from mild irritation to fury/rage
anger
maladaptive expression to anger
aggression
intended to threaten or injure “to go against, to attack”
aggression
verbal and physical attacks that intend harm and reflect a desire for dominance or control
aggression
destructive use of anger
aggression
3 best predictors of violent behavior
alcohol
child abuse
hx of violence w/ criminal activity or arrests
assessment of anger
frowning, yelling/shouting. intense of avoidant eye contact, defensive when criticized, lack of emotional control, anxious
assessment of aggression
pacing, restlessness, threatening body language, verbal or physical threats, threats of suicide, homicide, increased agitation, anger disproportionate to the event, destruction of property, act of physical harm
what is the key factor In managing aggressive or violent behavior
prevention
psych risk factors for anger/aggression
schizophrenia, major depression, bipolar disorder, substance use disorder
increased risk of violence _____+______
SUD and mental illness