Operant Extinction Occurs When a Behavior Is

question 27

Multiple Choice

Operant extinction occurs when a behavior is:

• A) followed by deliberate removal of a positive event.
• B) no longer followed by reinforcing events.
• C) followed by an unpleasant stimulus.
• D) followed by a negative, natural consequence.

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Definitions:

Negative Symptoms

In psychiatry, refers to the absence or diminution of normal psychological capabilities, such as motivation or emotional expression, especially in schizophrenia.

Absences

Instances of not being present where one is expected, often noted in contexts like employment or school attendance.

Psychotic Disorder

A mental health condition characterized by a disconnection from reality, which might include hallucinations, delusions, and impaired thought processes.

Schizophrenia

A long-term mental disorder involving a breakdown in the relation between thought, emotion, and behavior, leading to faulty perception and inappropriate actions and feelings.