A Person Is Connected to an Electroencephalograph, a Machine That

question 44

Multiple Choice

A person is connected to an electroencephalograph, a machine that records the brain's electrical activity. The person is reinforced when his or her pattern of brain waves changes in order to treat a disorder such as epilepsy. This technique is BEST called __________.

• A) biofeedback
• B) behavior modification
• C) operant conditioning
• D) neurofeedback

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Definitions:

Ideal

A concept or standard of perfection that is aspired to; often used in the context of goals, values, or qualities that are deemed to be the most desirable.

Ought

A term expressing duty, correctness, or moral obligation, indicating what should be done.

Self-assessment

The process of evaluating one's own thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and abilities, often in relation to personal goals or standards.

Psychology

The science that studies behavior and the physiological and mental processes that underlie it and the profession that applies the accumulated knowledge of this science to practical problems.