One Criticism of Selye's Theory of Stress Is That It

question 113

Multiple Choice

One criticism of Selye's theory of stress is that it emphasizes the ______ factors but largely ignores the influence of _______ factors.​

• A) ​external . . . internal
• B) ​physical . . . psychological
• C) ​psychological . . . individual
• D) ​retrograde . . . proactive

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Definitions:

Asking Questions

The act of posing inquiries or seeking information through verbal or written interrogation.

Negative Reinforcement

A behavioral psychology concept where the removal or avoidance of an unpleasant stimulus strengthens a behavior or makes it more likely to occur.

Punishment by Removal

Punishment by Removal involves decreasing the likelihood of a behavior by removing a desirable stimulus or positive condition following the behavior.

Punishment by Application

A behavioral control technique involving the introduction of an adverse stimulus following an undesired behavior, aiming to decrease that behavior's occurrence.