A Recurring Irrational Thought That Cannot Be Controlled or Banished

question 61

Multiple Choice

A recurring irrational thought that cannot be controlled or banished from one's mind is called a/an _______.

• A)phobia
• B)obsession
• C)hypnagogic image
• D)compulsion

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Definitions:

Sleep Patterns

The cyclical nature of sleep and waking states that an individual exhibits, including duration, quality, and consistency of sleep.

Serotonin Level

The concentration of serotonin, a key neurotransmitter involved in regulating mood, appetite, and sleep, in the brain.

Law of Effect

A principle of learning stating that behaviors followed by satisfying consequences tend to be repeated, while those followed by unsatisfying consequences are less likely to be repeated.

Reward

A stimulus or event that increases the likelihood of a behavior being repeated; it is often used in the context of operant conditioning.