Which of the Following Is NOT a Distinguishing Characteristic of Friendship

question 69

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a distinguishing characteristic of friendship?

• A) Friendship is determined by fate.
• B) Friendship is voluntary.
• C) Friendship is characterized by self-disclosure.
• D) Friendship is rooted in liking.
• E) Friendship is volatile.

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Definitions:

Aversive Conditioning

A type of behavior conditioning where an unpleasant or painful stimulus is used to reduce the likelihood of a behavior reoccurring.

Cognitive-behavioral Therapy

A psychotherapeutic treatment that helps patients understand the thoughts and feelings that influence behaviors, aiming to change negative patterns.

Virtual Reality Exposure Therapy

A psychological treatment method that uses virtual environments to expose individuals to stimuli related to their fears or traumas in a controlled manner.

Systematic Desensitization

A behavioral therapy technique used to reduce fear, anxiety, or phobias through gradual exposure to the feared object or situation.