In Health Psychology, A(n)____ Can Be Defined as Any Program

question 19

Multiple Choice

In health psychology, a(n) ____ can be defined as any program or message providing information or structure to change a behavior. ​

• A)intervention
• B)treatment ​
• C)therapy ​
• D)manipulation ​

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Definitions:

Operant Conditioning

An approach to learning where behavioral potency is changed through the implementation of incentives or consequences.

Classical Conditioning

A learning process in which two stimuli are repeatedly paired; a response that is initially elicited by the second stimulus is eventually elicited by the first stimulus alone.

Contingency Management

A behavior modification technique that involves changing behavior by modifying the consequences, typically through rewards or punishments, that follow that behavior.

Substance Use Disorder

A medical condition characterized by an uncontrollable use of substances (like drugs or alcohol) despite harmful consequences to one’s health, social life, or both.