In the Psychology of Motivation,the Term Affect Refers To

question 71

Multiple Choice

In the psychology of motivation,the term affect refers to:

• A)a complex,culturally-specific emotional state.
• B)a global emotional state.
• C)the brief,intense physiological reaction that accompanies an emotion.
• D)the outward expression of emotion.

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Definitions:

Countercondition

A behavioral therapy technique where an undesired response to a stimulus is replaced with a desirable one through association of the stimulus with a different, positive condition.

Token Economy

A token economy is a behavior modification system used to increase desirable behavior and decrease undesirable behavior with the use of tokens (symbols) that can be exchanged for rewards.

Behavior Therapy

A therapeutic approach that seeks to change potentially self-destructive or unhealthy behaviors through a variety of techniques.

Psychodynamic Therapy

A therapeutic approach that emphasizes unconscious psychological processes and childhood experiences in influencing current behavior and thoughts.