A Discriminative Stimulus

question 18

Multiple Choice

A discriminative stimulus

• A) is a central component of therapies based on classical conditioning.
• B) becomes reinforcing through pairing with the unconditioned stimulus.
• C) serves as a cue that positive reinforcement will occur.
• D) involves systematically rewarding the self to increase or decrease the occurrence of a target behaviour.
• E) is often associated with shaping behavior.

Comprehend the implications of the "model minority" myth for Asian Americans at a psychological level.

Learn how to create an appropriate therapeutic environment for Asian American clients that reflects their family and cultural values.

Recognize how cultural norms around emotional expression in Asian American cultures can lead to specific health or social issues.

Understand the significance of nonverbal communication in Asian cultures and its implications for therapy.

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