When Behavior Is on a FR Schedule, Animals Often Discontinue

question 15

Short Answer

When behavior is on a FR schedule, animals often discontinue working briefly following reinforcement. These periods are called ________.

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Definitions:

Repressed

Describes thoughts, memories, or desires that are unconsciously held out of awareness due to being deemed unacceptable or distressing.

Depressive Disorders

A group of mental health conditions characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a lack of interest or pleasure in daily activities.

Phobias

An excessive and irrational fear response to a specific object, situation, or activity.

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

A psychiatric disorder that can occur in people who have experienced or witnessed a traumatic event, characterized by severe anxiety, flashbacks, and uncontrollable thoughts about the event.