Which of the Following Situations Is a Secondary Reinforcer to Tobacco

question 63

Multiple Choice

Which of the following situations is a secondary reinforcer to tobacco use?

• A)When Margie drinks at a bar,she has a habit of smoking cigarettes.
• B)When Dustin plays baseball,he uses spit tobacco.
• C)When Sharon studies for her upcoming exam,she has to smoke a cigarette.
• D)All of these choices are examples of secondary reinforcers to tobacco use.

Discuss the social and psychological theories related to alcoholism.

Outline the social consequences of alcohol abuse.

Analyze the effectiveness of various strategies and organizations in controlling alcohol abuse and treating alcoholism.

Compare and contrast genetic and social explanations of alcoholism.

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Definitions:

Psychological Development

The process of emotional, cognitive, social, and personality growth that occurs throughout a human life span.

James Marcia

A psychologist known for his work on adolescent identity development, specifically for elaborating on Erikson's stages of psychosocial development with his theory of identity statuses.

Identity Diffusion

A state in Erikson's theory of identity development where an individual has not yet formed a stable sense of self or identity, often leading to confusion and uncertainty.

Foreclosure

In developmental psychology, a state where an individual prematurely commits to values or goals without self-exploration.