Which of the following is a NOT an essential feature of addictive behavior?

A. A seeming unwillingness or inability of the individual to control, reduce or eliminate a behavior
B. The development of neuro adaptation in an individual to the effects of a known reinforcer
C. A significant adverse effect from the behavior on the individual or others
D. The excessive or inappropriate self-administration of a known reinforcer by an individual
E. A & D


Answer: B. The development of neuro adaptation in an individual to the effects of a known reinforcer

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Which of the following statements is consistent with the core knowledge perspective?

A. Infants learn best through experience with more skilled individuals. B. Infant learning begins with reflexive behaviors. C. Infants are born with several innate knowledge systems that enable early rapid learning. D. Infants are capable of mental representation at birth.

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On average, divorce is most likely to occur within the first ______ years of marriage

Fill in the blank with correct word

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