Which of the Following Is True Regarding the Maintenance Stage

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true regarding the Maintenance stage of the Stages of Change Model?

• A) The new behavior is maintained for only 3 months.
• B) Relapses are unlikely.
• C) It can last months or even years.
• D) There is no longer a need to work actively to keep from reverting back to old habits.

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Definitions:

Trace Conditioning

A form of classical conditioning where there is a time interval between the conditioned stimulus and the unconditioned stimulus, requiring the subject to maintain a memory of the CS to form the association.

Cortex

The outermost layer of the brain, responsible for complex cognitive functions, memory, and decision-making.

Amygdala

A region of the brain within the temporal lobe that plays a key role in processing emotions, including fear and pleasure.

Delayed Conditioning

A classical conditioning process where there is a time gap between the presentation of the conditioned stimulus and the unconditioned stimulus, which can affect the strength of conditioning.