This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer

Author Question: If caregivers use verbal reprimands very frequently, they will most likely: a. extinguish the ... (Read 65 times)

mydiamond

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 804
If caregivers use verbal reprimands very frequently, they will most likely:
 
  a. extinguish the behavior c. change the behavior to a worse one
  b. change the behavior some d. reinforce the undesired behavior

Question 2

List at least three reasons why parents should be encouraged to stop spanking their children.
 
  What will be an ideal response?



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

1_Step_At_ATime

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 342
Answer to Question 1

D

Feedback
A Incorrect. Frequent and indiscriminate verbal reprimands will not always extinguish the behavior.
B Incorrect. Frequent and indiscriminate verbal reprimands may not change the behavior at all..
C Incorrect. Frequent and indiscriminate verbal reprimands may or may not change the behavior to a worse behavior.
D Correct. Frequent and indiscriminate verbal reprimands will reinforce the undesired behavior because the child is at least getting attention.

Answer to Question 2

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that parents use an alternative method
Spanking has been proven to be no more effective than other means of punishment
Spanking can have negative consequences for both parent and child





 

Did you know?

When blood is exposed to air, it clots. Heparin allows the blood to come in direct contact with air without clotting.

Did you know?

Despite claims by manufacturers, the supplement known as Ginkgo biloba was shown in a study of more than 3,000 participants to be ineffective in reducing development of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease in older people.

Did you know?

Street names for barbiturates include reds, red devils, yellow jackets, blue heavens, Christmas trees, and rainbows. They are commonly referred to as downers.

Did you know?

Signs of depression include feeling sad most of the time for 2 weeks or longer; loss of interest in things normally enjoyed; lack of energy; sleep and appetite disturbances; weight changes; feelings of hopelessness, helplessness, or worthlessness; an inability to make decisions; and thoughts of death and suicide.

Did you know?

Acute bronchitis is an inflammation of the breathing tubes (bronchi), which causes increased mucus production and other changes. It is usually caused by bacteria or viruses, can be serious in people who have pulmonary or cardiac diseases, and can lead to pneumonia.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library