When Discussing Why They Are Sexually Active,females Are More Likely

question 40

Multiple Choice

When discussing why they are sexually active,females are more likely than males to say:

• A) they desire emotional closeness.
• B) they have no consistent reason.
• C) they are avoiding sexual tension.
• D) they are seeking a casual relationship.

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Definitions:

Self-Management

The ability of an individual to regulate their own behaviors, thoughts, and emotions to achieve their personal goals or comply with societal norms.

Environmental Contingencies

The relationship between behavior and its consequences as determined by the environment, often influencing future behaviors.

Operant Model

A theory of learning that describes the change in behavior as a result of the consequences of that behavior, whether rewards (reinforcers) or punishments.

Discrimination

The ability to distinguish between different stimuli or the unfair treatment of individuals based on group membership such as race, gender, or ethnicity.