Behavioural Theorists See Suicide as Largely a Reaction to ________

question 262

Multiple Choice

Behavioural theorists see suicide as largely a reaction to ________.

• A)negative outcome expectancies
• B)alienation and isolation resulting from today's lifestyle
• C)the perception that life has become empty,meaningless,and hopeless
• D)the effects of stress and reinforcing effects of previous suicide attempts

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Definitions:

Ivan Pavlov

A Russian physiologist known for his work in classical conditioning, particularly his experiments with dogs that led to the discovery of the conditioned reflex.

Jean Piaget

A Swiss psychologist best known for his pioneering work in child development and his theory of cognitive development.

William James

A pioneering American psychologist and philosopher known for his work in pragmatism and functionalism, as well as for being a co-founder of the field of psychology in the United States.

Biopsychosocial Approach

An integrated approach that incorporates biological, psychological, and social-cultural levels of analysis in understanding health and illness.