Behavior That Interferes with an Individual's Social or Occupational Functioning

question 226

Multiple Choice

Behavior that interferes with an individual's social or occupational functioning may be considered to be

• A) deviant.
• B) maladaptive.
• C) personally distressing.
• D) insane.

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Definitions:

Operant Behavior

Behavior that is controlled by its consequences, including rewards and punishments, as defined in the theory of operant conditioning.

Successive Approximation

A behavioral strategy that rewards closer and closer approximations to the desired behavior.

Variable-Interval Reinforcement

A reinforcement schedule in operant conditioning where rewards are given after unpredictable time intervals, leading to steady and consistent responses.

Self-Actualization

The attainment of an individual's abilities and potential, seen as an essential motivation or demand inherent in every person.