Key studies

Question 1

Research evidence for the effectiveness of anger management?

Answer 1

Taylor and Nocovo- meta analysis- 75% improvement rate.

Landenberger and Lipsey- 58 studies of CBT use with offenders, anger control related to amount of improvement.

Question 2

Research for the link between anger, aggression and crime?

Answer 2

Loza and Loza- link has been overstated from studies done.

Question 3

Studies to support the suitability of anger management courses?

Answer 3

Howells and Davis- readiness to change should be assessed before doing a course as if they are not ready it is a waste of resources.

Blacker et al- drama based courses have been successful (less reliant on verbal ability and may be more engaging).