Which Statement by a Mentally Ill Patient Best Exemplifies Sick

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which statement by a mentally ill patient best exemplifies sick religiosity?

• A) "Suicide will result in eternal damnation for your soul."
• B) "Your illness has nothing to do with insufficient faith."
• C) "Questioning God is a common reaction to illness."
• D) "Your illness is not related to sin."

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Definitions:

Classical Conditioning

The method of learning through repeated association of two stimuli, wherein the first stimulus alone eventually triggers a response that was initially triggered by the second stimulus.

Operant Conditioning

An educational strategy where the strength of behaviors is manipulated through the assignment of incentives or the delivery of deterrents.

Extrinsic Rewards

External incentives given to employees or individuals, such as money, trophies, or recognition, to motivate behavior or performance.

Behavior Therapy

A form of mental health treatment aimed at altering unwanted behaviors by using methods of conditioning.