The Tendency of an Organism to Approach a Stimulus That

question 25

Multiple Choice

The tendency of an organism to approach a stimulus that signals the presentation of an appetitive event is known as:

• A) adjunctive behavior.
• B) instinctive drift.
• C) latent inhibition.
• D) sign tracking.

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Definitions:

Mental Process

Refers to the internal, covert activities of our minds, such as thinking, feeling, and remembering.

Unwanted Thought

Intrusive and often distressing ideas or mental images that an individual struggles to control or eliminate.

Consciousness

The state of being aware of and able to think about one's own existence, sensations, thoughts, surroundings, etc.

Self-regulation

The process by which individuals control their own behavior, emotions, and thoughts, adjusting them in accordance with their goals.