Which of the Following Is Most Characteristic of a Person

question 177

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is most characteristic of a person with a major depression who attempts suicide?

• A)Persons suffering from a major depression rarely attempt suicide.
• B)A person suffering from a major depression usually gives prior warnings before the suicide attempt.
• C)The suicide attempt usually represents "a plea for help."
• D)The person intends to succeed and may give no prior warning.

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Definitions:

Flow

A mental state of operation in which a person performing an activity is fully immersed in a feeling of energized focus, full involvement, and enjoyment in the process of the activity.

Shaping

Shaping is a method of positive reinforcement in behavioral training where successive approximations toward a desired behavior are rewarded to teach a new behavior.

Reinforcement

A process in behavioral psychology used to increase the likelihood of a specific behavior by adding or removing stimuli following the behavior.

Consciousness

Consciousness is the state of being awake and aware of one's surroundings, thoughts, feelings, and experiences.