Hand flapping, spinning, and ritualistic pacing are repetitive behaviors that serve no observable social functions. Collectively, these are called

a. compulsions.
b. disorder of verbal expression.
c. stereotyped behaviors.
d. coping mechanisms.

Ans: c. stereotyped behaviors.

Psychology

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In the discussion of sexual relationships between therapists and clients, your textbook noted that

a. the principles of ethical conduct for therapists state that these relationships definitely are not appropriate. b. surveys of male therapists have shown that fewer than 1% admit having had sexual relationships with their clients. c. many therapists believe that these relationships can be therapeutic, if handled appropriately. d. this problem is very prevalent in the current era, so women should be very cautious about undergoing therapy with a male therapist.

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When a parent gives into a child’s tantrum in order to stop the child’s tantrum behavior, this leads to a greater likelihood that when the child throws a tantrum in the future, the parent will give in again. This change in the parent’s behavior is an example of ____

a. ?negative reinforcement? b. ?positive reinforcement c. ?negative punishment d. ?positive punishment

Psychology