Dr. James believes that his client’s pyromania may be caused by the reinforcing effects of setting a fire, that is, the “rush” or pleasure experienced by the client when he is watching the fire burn. Based on this information, which of the
following is most likely to be accurate?
A) Dr. James is a behaviorist.
B) Dr. James believes that only biology explains his client’s condition.
C) Dr. James believes in using only Freudian theory.
D) Dr. James applies the cognitive model to his patients.
Answer: A
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