The Principal Cognitive Explanation for the Etiology of Agoraphobia Is

question 42

Multiple Choice

The principal cognitive explanation for the etiology of agoraphobia is the

• A)fear-of-fear hypothesis.
• B)interoceptive conditioning
• C)two-factor model
• D)operant conditioning

Understand the scientific study of psychological disorders (psychopathology) and its applications.

Grasp the prevalence and treatment statistics of mental disorders in the U.S. as revealed by the National Comorbidity Survey Replication (NCS-R).

Distinguish between normal and pathological psychological conditions, such as anxiety.

Differentiate between disorders based on symptoms and clinical presentation.

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Definitions:

Self-verification

The process through which people seek to confirm and maintain their self-concept by soliciting feedback that aligns with their own views of themselves.

Honing an Image

The process of deliberately crafting and maintaining a desired public or self-image.

Dramaturgical Model

A perspective in sociology that describes social interactions as if they were part of a theatrical performance, with individuals acting out roles in front of an audience.

Role Play

A method of learning or training by acting out roles, typically to practice specific skills, understand different perspectives, or explore hypothetical scenarios.