The Application of Conditioning Techniques to Teach New Responses or to Reduce

question 248

Multiple Choice

The application of conditioning techniques to teach new responses or to reduce maladaptive behavior is called:

• A)primary reinforcement.
• B)higher-order conditioning.
• C)continuous reinforcement.
• D)behavior modification.

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Definitions:

Humanistic Approaches

A psychological perspective that emphasizes the study of the whole person and the uniqueness of each individual's experience.

Unconscious Conflicts

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Identical Twins

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