The Probability of a Given Response Is Decreased by

question 191

Multiple Choice

The probability of a given response is decreased by

• A) positive reinforcement.
• B) negative reinforcement.
• C) punishment.
• D) either negative reinforcement or punishment.

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Definitions:

Psychotherapy

A therapeutic method involving verbal communication between a healthcare provider and a patient to treat mental and emotional disorders.

Mental Health Promotion

Activities or strategies designed to enhance well-being and prevent mental disorders.

Mental Disorder

A condition characterized by alterations in thinking, mood, or behavior associated with distress and/or impaired functioning.

Indicated Prevention Programs

Initiatives designed to prevent the development of disorders in individuals who are identified as having early signs of a condition but do not yet meet diagnostic criteria.