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Topic: Anger Management (Adult)

Scientific Ratings in this topic:

1 - Well-Supported by Research Evidence

2 - Supported by Research Evidence

3 - Promising Research Evidence

4 - Evidence Fails to Demonstrate Effect

5 - Concerning Practice

NR - Not able to be Rated

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Definition for Anger Management (Adult):

Anger management (Adult) is defined as the treatment of adults with anger control problems or anger-related difficulties. Anger has been associated with many negative consequences, including aggressive behavior, family violence, substance abuse, and physical health problems. In addition, anger problems are common in populations diagnosed with a mental disorder or illness. Parents involved in the child welfare system are often required to attend anger management classes as a part of their case plan.

Why was Anger Management (Adult) chosen as a topic by the Advisory Committee? (Click for Answer)

The Advisory Committee chose Anger Management (Adult) as a topic area to highlight because anger management, along with parenting, substance abuse treatment, and mental health treatment, is among the four most commonly found service areas identified in child welfare case plans and court orders. In Fresno County, anger management is found in approximately 60% of the case plans. In addition, anger management programs often do not have consistent standards and program outcomes and are not research-based. Frequently, anger management programs are derived from certified batterer treatment programs which are mandated through the criminal justice system and can last up to 52 weeks. Rarely is a program specifically designed for child welfare clients. There is no consistent specific screening criteria used to determine the need for anger management services. With the high level of service utilization and the lack of standardized and outcome-based program options, the concern for ultimately insuring the safety of children in the child welfare system is a strong driving force behind highlighting anger management (adult) on the CEBC.

Howard Himes, Deputy Director
Fresno County Children and Families Services
Fresno, CA

Programs in this topic area

Here are your search results for programs in the area of Anger Management (Adult):

The programs listed below have been reviewed by the CEBC and, if appropriate, been rated using the Scientific Rating Scale.

Programs with a Scientific Rating of NR - Not able to be Rated:

Anderson and Anderson Anger Management Curriculum – detailed view
Topics: Anger Management (Adult)
Adults who need help with managing their anger. The program has also been used with adolescents.
Anger Management Group Treatment Model – detailed view
Topics: Anger Management (Adult)
Adults with difficulty managing their anger including those who are substance users, have posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), or have mental ...
Anger Management the Complete Treatment Guidebook for Practitioners – detailed view
Topics: Anger Management (Adult)
Adults with anger regulation problems. The program has also been used with adolescents.
Century Anger Management Model of Intervention – detailed view
Topics: Anger Management (Adult)
Adults who have anger control and/or communication problems. The program can also be used with adolescents.
Real Solution Anger Management Program – detailed view
Topics: Anger Management (Adult)
Adults who need help managing their anger
RETHINK Curriculum – detailed view
Topics: Anger Management (Adult)
Adults having difficulty managing anger. The program has also been used with young children with language skills through teenagers.
What’s Good About Anger? 6-12 Week Anger Management Group – detailed view
Topics: Anger Management (Adult)
Adults dealing with anger mismanagement issues; court or employer-ordered and self-referrals. The program has also been used with adolescents dealing ...