A Learned Expectation That Events in One's Life Are Uncontrollable

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Multiple Choice

A learned expectation that events in one's life are uncontrollable and that one cannot escape from the situation is known as _____________.

• A)mood disorder
• B)learned helplessness
• C)self-fulfilling prophecy
• D)depression

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Definitions:

Partial Reinforcement

A conditioning strategy where rewards or punishments are given only some of the time a desired behavior occurs, leading to more resilient behavioral patterns.

Partial Reinforcement

A conditioning schedule in which a reward or punishment (reinforcement) is not administered every time the desired response is performed, leading to more resilient behavior.

Consistent Punishment

A disciplinary approach where the consequences for undesirable behaviors are applied reliably and predictably.

Minimum Level

The lowest or smallest amount of something that is required, acceptable, or achievable.