The Difference Between the Psychoanalytic Perspective and the Behavioral Perspective

question 32

Multiple Choice

The difference between the psychoanalytic perspective and the behavioral perspective on psychological disorders is that:

• A)the behavioral perspective looks at abnormal behaviors as symptoms of an underlying problem.
• B)the psychoanalytic perspective rejects the idea that prior experiences can have a profound effect on current psychological functioning.
• C)the behavioral perspective views the abnormal behavior itself as the problem.
• D)the psychoanalytic perspective holds individuals responsible for their abnormal behavior.

Predict market adjustments in response to changes in cost and demand in both short and long run.

Understand the characteristics and symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD).

Identify different types of anxiety disorders and distinguish them from one another.

Recognize the biological and psychological treatments for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).

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Definitions:

Negative Reinforcement

A behavioral principle where the removal of an unfavorable outcome or stimulus following a desired behavior increases the likelihood of that behavior being repeated.

Punishment

A consequence applied to decrease or eliminate a behavior or action considered undesirable.

Acquisition

The process of gaining possession or control of another company or business entity.

Extinction

Extinction in behavioral science refers to the gradual reduction and eventual disappearance of a conditioned response when the reinforcement is no longer presented.