Riley Reports That Watching Commercials Has Classically Conditioned Her to Only

question 224

Multiple Choice

Riley reports that watching commercials has classically conditioned her to only buy a particular brand of hand lotion and she could not possibly even consider purchasing any other brand. What might you want to remind her about classical conditioning in advertisements?

• A) Classical conditioning affects emotions, but does not cause us to blindly follow suggestions to purchase products.
• B) Classical conditioning can be reversed with therapy.
• C) Classical conditioning can be reversed by exposing oneself to other types of CS.
• D) Classical conditioning does not have an impact on humans.

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Definitions:

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Neurotransmitter

Chemical substances that transmit signals across a synapse from one neuron to another in the nervous system, influencing mental processes and behavior.

Norepinephrine

A neurotransmitter involved in arousal, alertness, and regulation of blood pressure.

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Actions or behaviors that deviate significantly from what is considered normal or typical, often indicating underlying mental or physical issues.