An Effective Punishment

question 150

Multiple Choice

An effective punishment

• A) causes some physical pain
• B) follows a reinforcer
• C) reduces the likelihood that a behavior will occur in the future
• D) eventually becomes ineffective

Understand the concept of synaptic pruning and its role in brain development.

Describe how environmental factors and activities impact cognitive and motor skills development.

Recognize the role of hormonal influences on brain development and gender differences in cognitive tasks.

Identify critical periods in brain development and their implications for learning and behavior.

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Definitions:

Client Records

Confidential documents that contain personal and sensitive information about individuals receiving services from professionals.

Performance Evaluation

The systematic assessment of an employee's work performance, usually conducted on a regular basis.

Accurately

Refers to the degree of closeness of a measurement to the true or accepted value.

Derogatory Language

Language that is disrespectful or offensive, often used to demean or belittle someone.