The Desire to Avoid Boredom Is to ________ Theory as the Desire

question 82

Multiple Choice

The desire to avoid boredom is to ________ theory as the desire to drink when thirsty is to ________ theory.

• A) arousal;drive-reduction
• B) drive-reduction;arousal
• C) humanistic;incentive
• D) incentive;humanistic

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Definitions:

Cognitive Psychology

The branch of psychology that studies mental processes including how people think, perceive, remember, and learn.

Austrian Psychiatrist

Refers to a psychiatrist from Austria, which could historically include figures like Sigmund Freud who is renowned for his contributions to psychoanalysis.

Inappropriate Behaviors

Actions or conduct that are not suitable or proper in a given context or situation.

Brain Abnormalities

Structural or functional deviations in the brain from the normal, which can be congenital or acquired and affect cognitive, emotional, or physical health.