An Animal in a Skinner Box Received a Brief Electric

question 152

Multiple Choice

An animal in a Skinner box received a brief electric shock each time a bar was pressed.Subsequently,the animal stopped pressing the bar due to

• A) escape conditioning.
• B) disinhibition.
• C) negative reinforcement.
• D) punishment.

Recognize the role of transitional objects in psychological development.

Apprehend Erikson's view of life-span development and the psychosocial crises at each stage.

Understand the influence of neo-Freudian theories, including Erikson’s and Jung’s modifications and expansions on Freudian concepts.

Understand the various types and symptoms of sexually transmitted infections (STIs).

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Definitions:

Reinforcement

In behavioral psychology, a process that increases the likelihood of a behavior repeating by applying consequences (positive or negative).

Behaviour Genetics

The field of study that examines the role of genetic and environmental influences on behaviors.

Identical Twins

Twins who are genetically identical because they were formed from a single fertilized egg that split into two.

Individualism

A social theory favoring freedom of action for individuals over collective or state control, often associated with the value of self-reliance and personal independence.