The Smallest Level of Consciousness in Freud's Topographic Model of the Mind

question 78

Multiple Choice

The smallest level of consciousness in Freud's topographic model of the mind is the ________.

• A) conscious mind
• B) preconscious mind
• C) unconscious mind
• D) id

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Definitions:

Aversive Punishment

Aversive Punishment involves applying an unpleasant stimulus with the goal of decreasing or eliminating an undesirable behavior.

Negative Reinforcement

The strengthening of a behavior because it removes or decreases an unpleasant experience or outcome.

Aversive Punishment

A form of punishment that involves introducing an unpleasant or painful stimulus in order to reduce the likelihood of a behavior reoccurring.

Positive Reinforcers

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