Alcoholics Differ from Problem Drinkers in That Alcoholics

question 46

Multiple Choice

Alcoholics differ from problem drinkers in that alcoholics

• A) show substantial social, psychological, and biomedical problems resulting from alcohol.
• B) are defined by a variety of specific behaviors.
• C) have a high tolerance for alcohol and show withdrawal symptoms when they attempt to become abstinent.
• D) All of these.

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Definitions:

Negative Reinforcement

is a behavioral psychology concept where the removal of an unfavorable outcome or stimulus strengthens a behavior.

Reinforcement Contingencies

The conditions or rules that determine whether responses lead to the presentation of reinforcers.

Intermittent Reinforcement

A conditioning schedule where rewards or punishments (reinforcers) are given out irregularly, which can lead to more resistant behaviors.

Delayed Reinforcement

A reinforcement that is not immediately presented after the desired behavior, which can sometimes reduce its effectiveness.