Individuals with _____ nervosa consume large quantities of food to reduce negative emotions such as sadness and anxiety. This short-lasting relief ultimately gives rise to concern about weight gain, causing them to vomit or use laxatives to reduce this anxiety. A behavioural psychologist would interpret this vicious cycle in terms of _____.

A) anorexia; positive punishment
B) anorexia; negative reinforcement
C) bulimia; positive punishment
D) bulimia; negative reinforcement

D) bulimia; negative reinforcement

Psychology

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An analysis of one million felony indictments found the percentage of accused individuals who pled "not guilty by reason of insanity" is closest to ________ percent

a) 1 b) 5 c) 10 d) 25

Psychology

Which of the following statements regarding hydrocephalus is/are true?

a. It is treatable. b. If untreated, it always causes mental retardation. c. It results from a buildup of cerebrospinal fluid. d. All of the above

Psychology