To Avoid Losing Any Data on His Computer, Tom Consistently

question 208

Multiple Choice

To avoid losing any data on his computer, Tom consistently backs up his computer data to a second hard drive. Using operant conditioning terms, Tom's behavior of backing up his data to a second hard drive is an example of:

• A)positive reinforcement.
• B)negative reinforcement by escape.
• C)negative reinforcement by avoidance.
• D)punishment.

Comprehend the role of cognitive-behavioral factors in addiction.

Discern the components and critiques of the moral model of addiction.

Understand the multifaceted nature of addiction according to the syndrome model.

Recognize the role of neuro-biological and psychosocial antecedents in addiction.

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Definitions:

Working Memory

A cognitive system responsible for temporarily holding information available for processing, critical for reasoning, guidance of decision-making, and behavior.

High School Students

Adolescents who are enrolled in grades nine through twelve in the schooling system.

Proactive Interference

The phenomenon where older memories interfere with the recall of newer memories.

Retroactive Interference

A psychological phenomenon where newer memories disrupt the recall of older ones.