The Risk of Developing Aggressive Behavior Patterns When Growing Up

question 3

Multiple Choice

The risk of developing aggressive behavior patterns when growing up in a poor neighborhood can be reduced by:

• A)having an older brother to protect you
• B)living without a father in the family
• C)being on government welfare
• D)having a positive relationship with parents

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Definitions:

Classical Conditioning

An educational process where continuous pairing of two stimuli leads to the response initially triggered by the second stimulus being eventually triggered by the first stimulus.

Operant Learning

A type of learning where behavior is controlled by consequences, including rewards and punishments, as described by B.F. Skinner.

Cognitive Error

Faulty thinking or mistaken beliefs that can lead to incorrect conclusions or decisions.

Beck's Views

Refers to the theories and therapeutic techniques developed by psychologist Aaron T. Beck, particularly his contributions to cognitive therapy which emphasize the role of thought patterns in psychological disorders.