The Major Target Behaviors Treated by Physically Aversive Consequences Are

question 53

Multiple Choice

The major target behaviors treated by physically aversive consequences are

• A)addictive behaviors.
• B)deviant sexual behaviors.
• C)self-injurious behaviors.
• D)criminal behaviors.

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Definitions:

Reinforcement

A consequence that increases the likelihood of a behavior being repeated in the future.

Bandura

A psychologist best known for his work on social learning theory, stressing the importance of observational learning, imitation, and modeling.

Secondary Reinforcers

Stimuli that have no inherent value but have been learned to be rewarding through their association with primary reinforcers.

Intrinsically Reinforcing

Referring to activities or stimuli that are enjoyable and rewarding in themselves, without requiring external validation.