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deesands

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Repetitive behaviors can be described as either compulsive or impulsive, depending on whether the original goal was
 
  a. to express anger or anxiety.
  b. rational or irrational.
  c. adaptive or maladaptive.
  d. to experience pleasure or avoid anxiety.

Question 2

Miguel feels pleasure and relief after deliberately setting a fire. Why would Miguel's behavior be considered impulsive, rather than compulsive?
 
  a. The goal of impulsive behavior is to experience pleasure.
  b. The goal of impulsive behavior is to reduce anxiety.
  c. The goal of impulsive behavior is motivated by anger and vengeance.
  d. The goal of impulsive behavior is to satisfy delusional beliefs.


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jgranad15

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

Answer: d.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: a.


deesands

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Reply 2 on: Jun 22, 2018
Excellent

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