According to the Behavioral Approach, ______ Essentially Means "Getting Something

question 10

Multiple Choice

According to the behavioral approach, ______ essentially means "getting something good," and ______ essentially means "losing something good."

• A) reinforcement; punishment
• B) positive reinforcement; negative punishment
• C) positive reinforcement; positive punishment
• D) negative reinforcement; negative punishment

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Definitions:

Helplessness

A psychological condition where an individual believes they have no power to effect change or influence events in their favor, often leading to passivity or depression.

Self-Esteem

Refers to an individual's subjective assessment of their own worth, encompassing beliefs about oneself as well as emotional states such as triumph, despair, pride, and shame.

Autonomous Interdependence

Autonomous Interdependence describes a state in which individuals maintain their sense of independence while still actively participating in and contributing to their community or relationships.

Robert Selman

A developmental psychologist known for his work on social awareness stages in children.