Asked by Ashley Barton on Jun 05, 2024

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As an abused child, Robin made the early decision that anger was a useless emotion and that she would never allow herself to feel angry. Robin is presently going into the counseling field and realizes that her denial of anger will

A) make it easier for clients to express their anger constructively.
B) contribute to trust on the part of her clients, since she never expresses negative reactions to anything.
C) make it difficult for her to allow clients to express their anger and deal constructively with it.
D) help create a positive climate for the client who fears anger.

Denial of Anger

Describes a coping mechanism where an individual refuses to acknowledge their feelings of anger.

Counseling Field

A professional domain focused on providing assistance and guidance in resolving personal, social, or psychological challenges and difficulties, often involving therapeutic conversations.

Constructively

Acting in a way that is helpful, positive, and aimed at contributing to growth or improvement.

  • Comprehend the significance of group counseling in fostering self-awareness and emotional control.
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Lorrin ArnoldJun 11, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Robin's denial of her own anger could hinder her ability to comfortably allow clients to express their anger and work through it constructively, as she might struggle to fully engage with or validate their feelings of anger due to her own unresolved issues with the emotion.