Ryan Martin: Why we get mad -- and why it's healthy

The video explores the nature of anger, its universality, and its role in human life. It discusses why people get angry, the triggers and reactions associated with anger, and how cognitive distortions can influence our perception of anger. The speaker emphasizes that anger is not inherently negative but can be a powerful motivator for addressing injustices. By understanding and channeling anger productively, individuals can use it to drive positive change.

What is the primary focus of the speaker's research?

• Fear and anxiety

• Happiness and well-being

• Love and relationships

• Anger and its effects

According to the speaker, what is a common misconception about anger?

• It is a sign of weakness

• It is only felt by adults

• It is a rare emotion

• It is always harmful

What does Dr. Jerry Deffenbacher's work focus on?

• The benefits of happiness

• Dealing with problematic anger

• The causes of fear

• The impact of love

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a common irritant that leads to anger?

• Slow drivers

• Loud chewing

• Sunny weather

• Roundabouts

What is the 'pre-anger state'?

• A state of complete calm

• A state of confusion

• A state of heightened happiness

• A state of being before anger is triggered

What is the term for making the worst of a situation?

• Overgeneralizing

• Demandingness

• Inflammatory labeling

• Catastrophizing

Which cognitive distortion involves blaming inanimate objects?

• Inflammatory labeling

• Demandingness

• Misattributing causation

• Overgeneralizing

What evolutionary advantage does anger provide?

• It alerts us to danger

• It makes us more attractive

• It alerts us to injustice

• It helps us find food

Which of the following is a constructive way to express anger?

• Yelling at others

• Writing letters to the editor

• Ignoring the problem

• Engaging in physical fights

What does the speaker suggest we do with our anger?

• Let it control us

• Channel it into positive actions

• Ignore it

• Suppress it completely