The Loss of a Parent May Be

question 23

Multiple Choice

The loss of a parent may be

• A) a diathesis and/or a stressor.
• B) a diathesis.
• C) a stressor.
• D) Neither a diathesis nor a stressor.

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Definitions:

Fixed-Interval

In operant conditioning, a fixed-interval schedule is a reinforcement pattern where a response is rewarded only after a specified amount of time has elapsed, leading to a response pattern where actions are more frequent as the time for reward approaches.

Punishment

An event that decreases the behavior it follows.

Negative Reinforcers

Stimuli that, when removed after a behavior, increase the likelihood of that behavior being repeated in the future.

Generalization

The process of applying the outcome of a particular instance to a broader range of similar instances.