Of the Following Individuals, Who Would Be the Most Likely

question 14

Multiple Choice

Of the following individuals, who would be the most likely to benefit from behaviour modification techniques based on operant conditioning?

• A) Marcia, who suffers from delusions and hallucinations
• B) Jacques, who would like to gainsightto his childhood traumas
• C) Five-year-old Valerie, who has frequent temper tantrums
• D) Douglas, who is afraid to fly

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Definitions:

Self-discrepancy Theory

A psychological model that explains how the difference between one's actual self and ideal or ought selves affects emotional states.

Ought Self

A component of self-discrepancy theory referring to the representation of the attributes someone believes they should possess, often influenced by societal expectations.

Actual Self

Represents one's perception of who they are at the present moment, encompassing current attributes and qualities.

Anxiety

Anxiety is a psychological state characterized by feelings of tension, worried thoughts, and physical changes like increased blood pressure.