Vicarious conditioning

What will be an ideal response?


conditioning based on observing the response of other people

Psychology

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The neurotransmitter that is most closely related to excessive physical symptoms of anxiety is

a. norepinephrine. b. serotonin. c. GABA. d. endorphins.

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The best predictors of whether dating couples continued their relationships are

a. intimacy and commitment. b. passion and intimacy. c. passion and commitment. d. passion for younger people and intimacy for older people.

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A person who fervently believes in the writings of John B. Watson would be expected to believe or do all of the following EXCEPT

a. emphasize the direct observation of behavior. b. focus solely on external behavior. c. dismiss introspection as unscientific. d. claim that consciousness is merely a by-product of behavior. e. attempt to search for the mental processes which cause behavior.

Psychology

Nathan is playing a game in which he constructs a character by selecting from a variety of physical features and magic powers. According to your textbook, what can be said about Nathan’s use of this type of game?

a) Nathan is merely using the game for entertainment purposes. b) Nathan is likely immature if he believes he possesses magic powers. c) Nathan will select physical features that reflect his ideal self rather than his true self. d) Nathan is using the game as a part of his identity formation.

Psychology