The Case of Caitlin, Used in the Text, Demonstrated That

question 33

Multiple Choice

The case of Caitlin, used in the text, demonstrated that the psychologist's intervention for trichotillomania was effective when applied in an ABAB reversal design. In this case, what signaled the success of the intervention?

• A) The decrease in targeted behavior during the A phase.
• B) The increase in targeted behavior during the B phase.
• C) The increase in targeted behavior during the A phase.
• D) The decrease in targeted behavior during the B phase.

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Definitions:

Ivan Pavlov

A Russian physiologist best known for his work in classical conditioning, demonstrating the learned response of dogs to stimuli associated with food.

Albert Bandura

A psychologist known for his work on social learning theory, emphasizing the role of observation and imitation in learning.

Reactive

Describes a person or system that responds to stimuli or events after they have occurred, rather than anticipating or initiating actions.

Passive

A quality or state of acceptance or submission without active response or resistance.