Topic 6: The Effects of Imprisonment Application Flashcards
What did Novaco (1975) aim to achieve with anger management?
He wanted to prevent anger from escalating into violent and aggressive behavior.
What is anger management based on?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
What is the main goal of anger management programmes?
To help individuals recognize and control anger, resolve conflicts non-violently, and improve communication skills.
What is the first stage of an anger management programme?
Identifying situations that trigger anger and recognizing physiological changes associated with it.
What is the second stage of an anger management programme?
Learning communication skills to replace aggressive behavior, such as thought-stopping techniques (e.g., counting to 10).
What is the third stage of an anger management programme?
Applying learned techniques through role-play.
What is the name of the anger management programme used in the UK?
CALM (Controlling Anger and Learning to Manage It).
List two positive outcomes of anger management programmes.
Reduces violent situations.
Improves self-control and problem-solving abilities in young men.
Why might anger management not be effective for all offenders?
Some offenders, like psychopaths, are not motivated by anger.
How can anger management backfire for psychopaths?
It can increase their ability to manipulate others, leading to higher reoffending rates.
What were two positive outcomes of the CALM programme?
Offenders rated themselves as less angry.
Officers observed offenders as less angry after completing the programme.
What percentage of offenders worsened after completing the CALM programme?
8%
