__________ Is an Example of a Respondent Technique Used by Health

question 23

Multiple Choice

__________ is an example of a respondent technique used by health psychologists,and __________ is an example of an operant technique used by health psychologists.

• A) Biofeedback; contingency contracting
• B) Selective reinforcement; exposure
• C) Thought stopping; biofeedback
• D) Systematic desensitization; contingency contracting

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Definitions:

Hypertension

A chronic medical condition in which the blood pressure in the arteries is persistently elevated, often leading to serious health problems.

Blood Flow

The continuous circulation of blood through the heart and blood vessels, delivering oxygen and nutrients to the body while removing waste products.

Major Depression

A psychiatric disorder marked by significant and persistent feelings of sadness and despair, affecting daily functioning.

Antidepressant

Medications designed to alleviate symptoms of depression by adjusting chemical imbalances in the brain.