Which Statement Is an Example of Habituation

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which statement is an example of habituation?

• A) As one goes to bed, one hears the bathroom faucet dripping. The sound becomes more annoying as the night goes on.
• B) A person's car spins out on the ice in the winter. Afterwards, the person is much more nervous while driving.
• C) An experienced shepherd can quickly distinguish his sheep from one another.
• D) On entering a room, one notices the soft hum of a fan, but after being there for a while, one no longer notices the sound.

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Definitions:

Psychotherapy

A therapeutic treatment involving psychological techniques to help individuals understand and overcome psychological and emotional issues.

Self-help Groups

Peer-led support groups for individuals facing similar issues, challenges, or conditions, providing mutual aid and encouragement.

Aaron Beck

A psychiatrist known for developing Cognitive Therapy, which later became known as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, a widely used approach for treating mental disorders.

Depressed Clients

Individuals seeking therapeutic or counseling services who are experiencing symptoms of depression, such as persistent sadness or a lack of interest in life.