Which of the Following Is NOT True of Depression and Reinforcement

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT true of depression and reinforcement?

• A)A showering of attention from family members serves as a reinforcer that helps the depressed person recover.
• B)Depression often leads to a release from ordinary responsibilities that serves as a secondary gain.
• C)Social withdrawal accompanying depression may lead to fewer than normal opportunities for normal social reinforcement.
• D)Depression can lead to sympathy that reinforces the depression and delays or prevents recovery.

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Definitions:

Throbbing Pain

A type of pain characterized by a pulsating sensation, often in sync with the heartbeat, and usually indicative of inflammation or other underlying conditions.

Pain Pathway

The physiological process that transmits signals from the site of injury or ailment through the nervous system to the brain, where pain is perceived.

Thalamic

Pertaining to the thalamus, a critical structure in the brain that acts as a relay station for sensory and motor signals to the cerebral cortex.

Gustatory Perception

The sensory process of tasting and how the brain interprets flavors and tastes.