Michael Uses Illegal Steroid Supplements in Order to Improve His

question 155

Multiple Choice

Michael uses illegal steroid supplements in order to improve his performance in the weight room.His resulting high testosterone levels are likely to 

• A)improve the accuracy of his interpretation of the violent intentions of others. 
• B)damage his orbitofrontal cortex. 
• C)make him react more aggressively to threatening situations 
• D)increase the likelihood that he will engage in premeditated violence.

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Definitions:

Associative Learning

The process of learning in which a connection is made between two stimuli or a stimulus and a behavior, fundamental in behavioral psychology.

Stimuli

External factors or changes in the environment that influence the behavior or responses of individuals.

Operant Conditioning

A learning process through which the strength of a behavior is modified by reinforcement or punishment.

Behaviors Increase

A rise in the frequency or intensity of actions or mannerisms.