Alex has recently lost his job. Without the salary, he finds it difficult to meet his expenses. Which of the following is a side effect of extinction that Alex is most likely to exhibit?
A) A negative contrast effect
B) A poor stimulus control
C) Depression
D) Aversion
Question 2Dean feels depressed after his soccer coach passes away. From a behavioral perspective, Dean's behavior illustrates the side effect of _____.
A) aversion
B) incubation
C) sensitization
D) extinction
Question 3Becoming depressed following a break-up in a relationship most likely demonstrates the side effect of _____.
A) spontaneous recovery
B) dishabituation
C) extinction
D) habituation
Question 4When Mandy does not get the candy she usually gets when she goes shopping with her mother, she will likely
A) start crying.
B) become aggressive.
C) become depressed.
D) All of these are correct.
Question 5Extinction sometimes results in _____, which is a common symptom of _____.
A) a high level of activity; manic-depressive disorder
B) a low level of activity; depression
C) ritualistic behavior patterns; obsessive-compulsive disorder
D) pain behavior; psychosomatic disorders
Question 6Which of the following is a side effect of extinction?
A) An increase in the variability of a behavior
B) A display of emotional behavior
C) Resurgence
D) All of these are correct.
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