For Several Weeks, Garrett Has Been Taking Increasing Amounts of "Crystal

question 562

Multiple Choice

For several weeks, Garrett has been taking increasing amounts of "crystal meth." If Garrett continues taking this drug, he is at risk for developing

• A)delirium tremors.
• B)hypnogogic delusions.
• C)amphetamine psychosis.
• D)panic attacks.

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Definitions:

Fixed-interval

In behavioral psychology, this is a reinforcement schedule that delivers a reward for the first response following a predetermined time interval.

Variable-ratio

A reinforcement schedule in which a response is reinforced after an unpredictable number of responses, which tends to produce high rates of response.

Fixed-ratio

A reinforcement schedule in which a response is rewarded after a predetermined number of responses.

Variable-interval

A reinforcement timetable in which a response is reinforced following a random duration of time.