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saraeharris

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Define punishment from a behavioral perspective and explain the forms it might take. Why is it important to include a reinforced alternative behavior when employing punishment?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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At least 75 of all persons diagnosed with anorexia nervosa have a comorbid risk of
 
  A) bipolar disorder.
   B) substance abuse disorder.
   C) major depressive disorder and posttraumatic stress disorder.
   D) an anxiety disorder and major depressive disorder.



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Answer to Question 1

Punishment may be the application of something aversive or the removal of something positive. It is directed toward reducing an unwanted behavior. If an alternative behavior is not reinforced, the punished behavior may return.

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


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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