The Deviant Sexual Preference Theory Argues That Paraphilic Disorders Are

question 18

Multiple Choice

The deviant sexual preference theory argues that paraphilic disorders are acquired through ________ and maintained through ________.

• A) classical conditioning; operant conditioning
• B) delayed satisfaction; immediate satisfaction
• C) differential reinforcement; ratio schedules of reinforcement
• D) ratio schedules of reinforcement; differential reinforcement
• E) operant conditioning; classical conditioning

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Definitions:

Dendrites

The branched projections of a neuron that act to conduct the electrochemical stimulation received from other neural cells to the cell body, or soma, of the neuron from which the dendrites project.

Repression

A defense mechanism where undesirable thoughts or memories are unconsciously excluded from conscious awareness.

Mnemonic Device

A technique used to aid in the retention and retrieval of information in the memory.

Sensory Acuity

The sharpness or sensitivity of the senses, including the ability to detect subtle changes in the environment.