Persistent Behavior That Has a Coincidental and Not a Functional

question 53

True/False

Persistent behavior that has a coincidental and not a functional relationship to the reinforcement received is called superstitious behavior.

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Definitions:

Aggressive Drives

Innate impulses or tendencies within an individual that lead to aggressive behaviors or attitudes.

Melanie Klein

A psychoanalyst known for her work in child psychology and psychoanalytic theory, particularly regarding object relations theory.

Object Relations Theory

A psychoanalytic theory focusing on relationships and the impact of early interactions with caregivers on psychological development.

Spatial Relationships

The concept of how objects or shapes are located in relation to each other in space.