If Ignoring Children's Temper Tantrums Causes Them to Cease, a Psychologist

question 321

True/False

If ignoring children's temper tantrums causes them to cease, a psychologist would call this effect negative reinforcement.

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Definitions:

Unethical

Behavior that goes against moral principles and does not adhere to accepted standards of conduct.

Person-Versus-Person Conflict

Conflict that involves two people who are at odds over personality differences, values conflicts, loyalties, or any number of issues.

Envious Person

An individual who experiences a feeling of discontented or resentful longing aroused by someone else's possessions, qualities, or luck.

Self-Esteem

Refers to how much value people place on themselves; it is the perception of one's own worth or abilities.