Behaviorist B

question 63

Multiple Choice

Behaviorist B. F. Skinner argued that to address the ecological crisis, it is necessary to understand how _______________ shapes behavior.

• A)values
• B)the environment
• C)personality
• D)attitudes

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Definitions:

Reality Principle

A psychoanalytic concept referring to the ability of the mind to assess the external world and act upon it accordingly, balancing with the pleasure principle.

Ego

In psychoanalytic theory, the part of the personality responsible for dealing with reality while satisfying the demands of the id and superego.

Strong Ego

In psychoanalytic theory, a well-balanced self that effectively manages the demands of the id, superego, and reality.

Inheritance

The process by which genetic information is passed from parents to offspring, influencing various traits and characteristics.