When the Observations in the Initial Baseline Phase Show a Trend

question 42

Multiple Choice

When the observations in the initial baseline phase show a trend in the direction of improved behavior, the researcher should ____.

• A) administer the treatment immediately
• B) manipulate the environment until the change stops
• C) increase the intensity of the treatment
• D) refrain from introducing the treatment

Understand the embryonic origins of the anterior and posterior pituitary glands.

Describe the structural and functional divisions of the pituitary gland.

Identify functions not responsible for the endocrine system.

Understand the path of releasing hormones through the hypothalamohypophysial portal system.

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Definitions:

Systematic Desensitization

A therapeutic technique aimed at reducing anxiety or fear by gradually exposing the person to the stimuli while teaching relaxation techniques.

Psychodynamic Therapy

A therapeutic approach emphasizing the psychological roots of emotional suffering, focusing on the role of unconscious processes and childhood experiences.

Operant Conditioning

A learning scheme in which the adjustment in behavior potency is achieved by incentive provision or penalty imposition.

Free Association

A psychoanalytic technique in which a patient says whatever comes to mind without censoring themselves, intended to uncover unconscious thoughts and feelings.