Using Skinner's Words, an Operant Is Any "Active Behavior That

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Using Skinner's words, an operant is any "active behavior that operates on the environment to generate consequences."

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Definitions:

Agoraphobia

An anxiety disorder characterized by an intense fear of situations where escape might be difficult or help would not be available if a panic attack occurs.

Neuroleptics

A class of medication primarily used to manage psychosis, particularly in schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, often referred to as antipsychotics.

Tetracyclic Drugs

A category of antidepressant medications characterized by their four-ring molecular structure.

Antipsychotic Drugs

Powerful drugs that diminish agitated behavior, reduce tension, decrease hallucinations, improve social behavior, and produce better sleep patterns in individuals with a severe psychological disorder, especially schizophrenia.