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Jramos095

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on: Jun 22, 2018
Explain how negative reinforcement may play a role in drug abuse.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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The strongest index of heredity for drug addiction derived from twin studies is for cocaine.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


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kescobar@64

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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: Negative reinforcement refers to a situation in which a behavior that turns off an aversive stimulus will be reinforced. Taking a drug to reduce a withdrawal reaction will reinforce the action of taking that drug.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: TRUE


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Reply 2 on: Jun 22, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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