Author Question: A behaviorist might argue that if a women attracted to other women sexually were punished enough ... (Read 113 times)

ss2343 · **on:** Jun 22, 2018

A behaviorist might argue that if a women attracted to other women sexually were punished enough times for acting on that attraction, it might condition her in the direction of a heterosexual orientation.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

Explain why active and public commitments are typically more effective than passive and private commitments. Provide separate examples of an active and a public commitment.

What will be an ideal response?

kkenney · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

True

Answer to Question 2

Answer: Active commitments increase compliance because people come to perceive themselves in part by examining their own actions, and thus the act of committing can change a person's self-image. Public commitments increase compliance because individuals often feel pressure to remain consistent with a decision when others can observe a possible change.