A Cat Is Trained to Hit a Suspended Ball in the Presence

question 45

Multiple Choice

A cat is trained to hit a suspended ball in the presence of a red light.Presentations of other lights were not followed by any reinforcers if the cat hit the ball.According to Spence, the cat learned

• A)to respond only when the S+ is present.
• B)to suppress responding only when the S- is present.
• C)to respond only when the S+ is present and to suppress responding only when the S- is present.
• D)to suppress inhibition when the S- is present.

Understand the medical and psychological consequences of eating disorders.

Compare and contrast treatment modalities for eating disorders, including pharmacotherapy and cognitive-behavioral therapy.

Evaluate the impact of chronic dietary practices on the risk of developing eating disorders.

Discuss the challenges in the research of eating disorders, including issues related to causality and the need for longitudinal studies.

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Definitions:

Self-Fulfilling Prophecy

A belief or expectation that directly or indirectly causes itself to become true, due to positive feedback between belief and behavior.

Perceivers

Individuals who interpret and make sense of information from their environment, particularly in the context of social interactions and perceptions.

Targets

Objectives or specific goals that an individual, group, or organization aims to achieve.

Authority Figures

Individuals with recognized or legal power and control over others, often exerting influence or command in various settings.