Behavioral therapy rests on the notion that abnormal behavior _____
a) is a result of childhood traumas that have never been dealt with; therefore, exploring one's childhood is the first step in recovery.
b) is mostly genetic; thus, medications seem to be the first step in working to eliminate it.
c) is learned and can therefore be unlearned with the appropriate behavioral techniques.
d) is a result of both one's heredity and one's environment; consequently, not much can be done to resolve the disorders.
Answer: c
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