If Little Joey Gets Punished Every Time He Plays with Matches

question 109

Multiple Choice

If Little Joey gets punished every time he plays with matches, Joey may develop a negative attitude toward matches.What would best explain Joey's negative attitude toward them?

• A) classical conditioning
• B) operant conditioning
• C) personal values
• D) attitude conditioning

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Definitions:

Paranoia

Involves pervasive distrust and suspicion of others without adequate basis, often leading to the belief that others are out to harm one.

Learned Helplessness

A condition resulting from the belief that one has no control over their environment, often leading to decreased motivation and sometimes depression.

Conversion Reaction

A psychological condition where emotional distress or unconscious conflict is expressed through physical symptoms, historically related to the concept of hysteria.

Borderline Personality

A psychological condition marked by volatile emotions, actions, and interpersonal connections.