Arlene has an irrational fear of flying in airplanes. She is probably suffering from a

a. mania.
b. obsession.
c. compulsion.
d. specific phobia.
e. panic attack.


d. specific phobia.

Psychology

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When a person's or animal's behavior is reinforced by the termination or avoidance of an aversive condition, this is called __________

a) positive reinforcement. b) negative reinforcement. c) punishment. d) engaging in negative feedback.

Psychology

Pelvic surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation treatment have been associated with dyspareunia and hypoactive sexual desire

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Psychology

Ivan Pavlov, who is credited with discovering classical conditioning, was a __________.

A. psychiatrist B. psychologist C. neurologist D. physiologist

Psychology

Ted's behaviour in class caused his teacher to suggest that he 'has absolutely no superego.' If this is true, Ted

a) was extremely rigid in his thinking, and incapable of seeing other perspectives. b) did not learn right and wrong when instructed. c) acted in strict accordance with class rules. d) was reading and completing his class work.

Psychology