Final answer:
The statement in question is false; when a child over-reacts and seems to displace anger, the underlying issue should be addressed through metacognition, not viewed simply as an act of displacement.
Step-by-step explanation:
The statement that in a Red Flag Crisis the child over-reacts to a minor request and displaces his anger onto an unsuspecting person is false. Displacement involves transferring inappropriate urges or behaviors onto a more acceptable or less threatening target. While it may seem like the child is displacing anger in such a situation, the appropriate psychological approach would advise that one should use the tools of metacognition to reflect on the source of those emotions and attempt to manage them constructively.
For example, an 11-year-old son who is the class bully might be experiencing complex emotions that he does not know how to handle. Rather than correctly addressing these emotions, he may displace his frustration or anger through acts of bullying. Teaching children and even adults to understand the root of their feelings through metacognition can lead to more productive coping strategies and prevent the misdirected expression of emotions.