The Number of New Cases of a Disorder That Arise

question 68

Multiple Choice

The number of new cases of a disorder that arise within a given time period is known as its ________.

• A) prevalence
• B) occurrence
• C) epidemiology
• D) incidence

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Definitions:

Continuous Reinforcement

A method of learning that involves giving a reward after each desired behavior, promoting the occurrence of the behavior with no delay in reinforcement.

Partial Reinforcement

A conditioning strategy where a response is only occasionally rewarded, leading to stronger and more resistant behaviors.

Immediate Reinforcement

The delivery of a reward or consequence directly following a behavior to strengthen or diminish the recurrence of that behavior.

Delayed Reinforcement

The presentation of a reward or reinforcement after a significant time has passed from the desired behavior, affecting learning and motivation.