Paul,a Ten-Year-Old,loses His Temper and Pushes His Classmate Off a Swing.Paul's

question 70

Multiple Choice

Paul,a ten-year-old,loses his temper and pushes his classmate off a swing.Paul's behavior best illustrates

• A)assertion.
• B)ethnocentrism.
• C)relational aggression.
• D)overt aggression.

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Definitions:

Functional Analysis

A method in behavioral psychology for identifying the causes and purposes of behaviors by analyzing their antecedents and consequences.

Motivation

The process that initiates, guides, and maintains goal-oriented behaviors, involving biological, emotional, social, and cognitive forces.

Behavior Modification Therapy

A form of psychotherapy that aims to change undesirable behaviors through the use of learning techniques such as reinforcement.

Unconscious Motivating Forces

Internal drives and desires that influence behavior and thought processes without the individual’s conscious awareness.