CSAM Neurobiological Basis of Anger Flashcards
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A CSAM practitioner explaining 'anger as a secondary emotion' is referring to the concept that anger often masks which underlying state?
Answer: A primary emotion such as fear, hurt, or shame
Anger frequently surfaces to protect against more vulnerable primary emotions like fear, sadness, or shame, making identification of the underlying feeling key to treatment.
The 'anger thermometer' tool used in CSAM practice is based on the principle that:
Answer: Anger escalates in measurable stages that clients can learn to identify and interrupt
The anger thermometer teaches clients to rate their arousal on a 1–10 scale, helping them catch escalation early enough to apply coping strategies.
Biofeedback in anger management therapy works by:
Answer: Providing real-time physiological data to train clients to self-regulate arousal
Biofeedback gives clients visual or auditory feedback on physiological signals (heart rate, skin conductance) so they can practice voluntary regulation of their anger response.
Which statement best describes the relationship between sleep deprivation and anger reactivity?
Answer: Sleep deprivation lowers the anger threshold by impairing prefrontal cortex regulation
Sleep deprivation reduces prefrontal cortex inhibitory control, making the amygdala more reactive and anger episodes more frequent and intense.
Regular aerobic exercise is recommended in anger management programs primarily because it:
Answer: Provides a physical outlet and reduces baseline sympathetic arousal over time
Aerobic exercise metabolizes stress hormones, promotes endorphin release, and over time reduces resting sympathetic nervous system activity, lowering baseline anger reactivity.
A client reports feeling their heart race, fists clench, and jaw tighten before they realize they are angry. In CSAM practice, these are called:
Answer: Physiological cues or early warning signs
Physiological cues are bodily signals that precede conscious awareness of anger, and teaching clients to recognize them is foundational to early intervention.