Violence, Anger, and Aggression Flashcards
1
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Does anger have pos and neg funcitons
A
yes
2
Q
Is anger capable of being under self control
A
yes
3
Q
What is aggression
A
one of the ways to express anger
almost always designed to punish
can be verbal or non-verbal
4
Q
What are some predisposing factors for anger and aggression
A
negative modeling
operant conditioning, either positive or negative reinforcement
neurophysio disorders like
temporal or frontal lobe epilepsy
brain tumor or trauma
encephalitis
biochemical imbalances from things like hyperthyroidism
5
Q
What would be an example fo negtvie operant conditioning
A
unpacking for a client when the client has stated that they refuse to unpakc and do not wish tto stay at this place
6
Q
What are some signs of anger
A
Intense or no eye contact Easily offended Defensive Passive-aggressive Emotional overcontrol and flushed face Intense discomfort Tension
7
Q
What are some signs of aggression
A
Pacing Restlessness Tense face and body Verbal or physical threats Threats of homicide or suicide
