Stages of Anger Management Training

Question 1

First stage of AMT

Answer 1

1. Cognitive preparation - careful analysis of anger patterns allows the individual to identify triggers

Question 2

Second stage of AMT

Answer 2

2. Skill acquisition - the teaching of techniques to use when the triggers for anger come, which could include self awareness that an anger-provoking situation is developing, self-talk to stop the aggressive reaction, and relaxation training

Question 3

Third stage of AMT

Answer 3

3. Application practice - creation of stressful situations that provoke anger so that the newly learned techniques can be applied. There is then an assessment of how the individual handles themselves