Verbal and Nonverbal Expressions of Anger Can

question 36

Multiple Choice

Verbal and nonverbal expressions of anger can

• A) calm emotions and reduce anger.
• B) become habitual if they successfully reduce anger.
• C) increase immediate feelings of anger.
• D) do any of these things.

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Definitions:

Initiation Norm

A social or cultural rule that governs how and when new activities or actions are begun within group or societal contexts.

Hazing Ritual

involves initiation processes, often involving harassment or abuse, used by certain groups to induct new members.

Ritualistic Interaction

Patterns of behavior in social interactions that are formal, repetitive, and symbolically significant.

Compassionate Love

Feelings, cognitions, and behaviors that are focused on caring, concern, tenderness, and an orientation toward supporting, helping, and understanding the other.