The nurse is discussing the concept of anger versus aggression with clients during a counseling session. Which of the following statements best differentiates between anger and aggression?

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1.This is incorrect. Aggression is a learned behavior in response to anger, which is a physiological state of arousal.
2.This is correct. Anger is a normal emotion that is typically experienced as an almost-automatic inner response to negative stimuli such as emotional pain, frustration, or fear. Aggression is a behavioral response of anger intended to inflict pain to or injury to others.
3.This is incorrect. Aggression is not a normal emotional response to a negative stimulus, as it is typically a violent act toward a person or object in response to anger.
4.This is incorrect. Anger and aggression are significantly different.

The Nurse Is Discussing the Concept of Anger Versus Aggression