Which Statement Concerning Cyclic Perimenstrual Pain and Discomfort (CPPD)is Accurate

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Multiple Choice

Which statement concerning cyclic perimenstrual pain and discomfort (CPPD) is accurate?

• A) Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is a milder form of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and more common in younger women.
• B) Secondary dysmenorrhea is more intense and medically significant than primary dysmenorrhea.
• C) Premenstrual syndrome is a complex, poorly understood condition that may include any of a hundred symptoms.
• D) The causes of PMS have been well established.

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Definitions:

Positive Reinforcers

Stimuli that, when introduced following a behavior, increase the likelihood that the behavior will occur again in the future.

Strengthen Behaviors

Techniques used to increase the frequency or likelihood of a desired behavior, often through reinforcement.

Variable-Interval Schedule

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is rewarded after an unpredictable amount of time has passed, leading to a steady, consistent response rate.

Reinforcement

Reinforcement is a principle in behavioral psychology where a behavior is encouraged or strengthened by a consequence following the behavior.