CH10 Anger, Hostility & Aggression

Question 0

Define Catharsis

Answer 0

Catharsis - Activities that are suppose to provide a release for strong feelings such as anger or rage (i.e., hitting a punching bag, or yelling).

Question 1

What is the difference between Hostility and Physical Aggression?

Answer 1

1) Hostility - Also called verbal aggression, is an emotion expressed through verbal abuse, lack of corporation, violation of rules or norms, or threatening behavior.
2) Physical Aggression - Behavior in which a person attacks or injures another person or that involves destruction of property.

Question 2

What are the 5 stages of Hostility and Aggression?

Answer 2

1) Triggering Phase - An event or circumstance in the environment initiates the client’s response, which is often anger or hostility.
2) Escalation Phase - Period where the c,kent builds toward loss of control.
3) Crisis Phase - When the client becomes physically aggressive.
4) Recovery Phase - Client regains control.
5) Post-Crisis Phase - Client is removed from restraint or seclusion as soon as he or she meets behavioral criteria.

Question 3

Define Impulse Control

Answer 3

Impulse Control - The ability to delay gratification.

Question 4

What are the 9 SxS and behaviors of the Triggering Phase of the Aggression Cycle?

Answer 4

1) Restlessness
2) Anxiety
3) Irritability
4) Pacing
5) Muscle Tension
6) Rapid breathing
7) Perspiration
8) Loud Voice
9) Anger

Question 5

What are the 9 SxS and behaviors of the Escalation Phase of the Aggression Cycle?

Answer 5

1) Pale or flushed face
2) Yelling
3) Swearing
4) Agitated threatening
5) Demanding
6) Clenched fists
7) Threatening gestures
8) Hostility
9) Loss of the ability to solve the problem or think clearly

Question 6

What are the 10 SxS and behaviors of the Crisis Phase of the Aggression Cycle?

Answer 6

1) Loss of emotional and physical control
2) Throwing objects
3) kicking
4) Hitting
5) Spitting
6) Biting
7) Scratching
8) Shrieking
9) screaming
10) Inability to communicate clearly

Question 7

What are the 4 SxS and behaviors of the Recovery Phase of the Aggression Cycle?

Answer 7

1) Lowering of voice
2) Decreased muscle tension
3) Clearer, more rational communication
4) Physical Relaxation

Question 8

What are the 5 SxS and behaviors of the Post-Crisis Phase of the Aggression Cycle?

Answer 8

1) Remorse
2) Apologies
3) Crying
4) Quiet
5) Withdrawn behavior